The Tissue That Is Thin Enough to Permit Diffusion of Gases

question 80

Multiple Choice

The tissue that is thin enough to permit diffusion of gases in the lungs is:

• A)stratified squamous epithelium
• B)ciliated epithelium
• C)cuboidal epithelium
• D)simple squamous epithelium

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Definitions:

Transpiration

Evaporation of water from aboveground plant parts.

Polar Latitudes

Regions near the poles of the Earth, characterized by extreme cold and seasonal variations in daylight.

Equatorial Latitudes

The region near the equator, characterized by a hot climate year-round due to receiving the most direct sunlight.

Temperate Latitudes

Regions of the Earth lying between the tropics and the polar circles, characterized by moderate temperatures and distinct seasonal changes.