According to the Fick equation, the fish gill is an effective gas exchange surface because... A. It has a high blood-to-water diffusion distance B. The total surface area of the lamellae is very large C. The scaphognathite maintains a constant flow of water across the gill D. The gill tissue is supported by the surrounding water E. All of the above

According to the Fick equation, the fish gill is an effective gas exchange surface because... A. It has a high blood-to-water diffusion distance B. The total surface area of the lamellae is very large C. The scaphognathite maintains a constant flow of water across the gill D. The gill tissue is supported by the surrounding water E. All of the above

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter35: Respiration

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