Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780133923001
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 34, Problem 4RQ
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The route taken by air in the mammalian respiratory system, listing the structures through which air flows and the structure in which gas exchange occurs.

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The respiratory system in humans and other mammals is divided into two portions: conduction portion and gas exchange portion. The conduction portion consists of series of passageways that are involved in the transport of gases while gas exchange portions are involved in the exchange of gases.

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