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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Animal Respiration and Circulation Objective Question

Question

What is the approximate thickness of the alveolar walls where gas exchange occurs?
Options
A 2.0 micrometers
B 0.2 micrometers
Correct Answer
C 1.0 millimeter
D 0.5 centimeters
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Alveolar walls are extremely thin, measuring about 0.2 micrometers, to facilitate efficient gas diffusion.

Hint

It is much thinner than a single cell's width.

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