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Name the features of alveoli that adapt them to their function

      

Name the features of alveoli that adapt them to their function

  

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have large surface area/spherical shaped

numerous/many to increase surface area

one cell thick

moist surface for air to diffuse

highly vascularised/numerous capillaries

OR

State adaptations of alveoli for gaseous exchange.

Are numerous to increase surface area for absorption of gases.
Have thin epithelium to allow ease of diffusion of gases.
Inner surface has a moisture lining to allow gases to dissolve.
Is richly supplied with blood to carry gases and maintain a concentration gradient.
Presence of surfactant to reduce surface tension and allow for gaseous exchange.
Mohaissack answered the question on October 5, 2017 at 12:08


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