Exchange of gases in the lungs 6.8

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what is the advantage of the alveoli being one cell thick
To allow gas to diffuse across easily
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What is the advantage of the red blood cells being slowed as they pass through the pulmonary capillaries
It allows for more diffusion time
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Why do the alveoli and capillaries have a very large surface area
To allow more gas exchange
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Why is there a steep concentration gradient within the lungs
to allow gas exchange to be constantly exchanged
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What is the advantage having many alveoli packed together
It means more gas exchange can happen
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What is the advantage of the red blood cells being slowed as they pass through the pulmonary capillaries

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It allows for more diffusion time

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Why do the alveoli and capillaries have a very large surface area

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Why is there a steep concentration gradient within the lungs

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What is the advantage having many alveoli packed together

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