How Has the Avian Lung Adapted to the Metabolic Demands

question 31

Multiple Choice

How has the avian lung adapted to the metabolic demands of flight?

• A)Airflow through the avian lung is bidirectional.
• B)There is more dead space within the avian lung so that oxygen can be stored for future use.
• C)Countercurrent circulation is present in the avian lung.
• D)Gas exchange occurs during both inhalation and exhalation.

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