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In grasshoppers, air reaches cells directly through a system of:
Options
A Gills
B Nephridia
C Tracheal tubes with spiracles
Correct Answer
D Malpighian tubules
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In grasshoppers, air reaches cells directly through a system of tracheal tubes with spiracles. This highly efficient respiratory system delivers oxygen directly to tissues without requiring transport by blood.

Hint

This branching tube system delivers oxygen directly to cells through external openings.

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