Write four characteristics of the organs in different terrestrial animals to absorb oxygen from the atmosphere.

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Solution

The flour characteristics of the organs in different terminal animals to absorb oxygen from the atmosphere are-

(i) Through plasma membrane (Example - Amoeba, who exchange of gases takes place through cell surface)
(ii) Through body wall or skin (Example - Tapeworms, earthworms)
(iii) Through Tracheal system (Ex- Cockroaches, grasshopper)
(iv) Through Gills (Ex- Fish, Prawns).

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