Why Do Land Dwelling Insects Drown When They Are in Water

question 35

Multiple Choice

Why do land dwelling insects drown when they are in water?

• A) Their lungs fill with water.
• B) Their lungs are functioning too fast to sustain life.
• C) They cannot respire across their body surface.
• D) They are unable to ventilate because their spiracles are underwater.
• E) Their gills are too moist.

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