5 Questions
Based on the text, what is the purpose of diving and floating as a respiratory response?
The purpose of diving and floating as a respiratory response is to conserve oxygen stores.
What happens when diving goes beyond the aerobic dive limit (ADL)?
When diving goes beyond the aerobic dive limit (ADL), blood lactic acid accumulates.
What is the organ of floatation in bony fishes?
The swim bladder or air bladder is the organ of floatation in bony fishes.
What are the functions of the swim bladder in bony fishes?
The swim bladder in bony fishes functions in gas exchange, hearing, and sound production.
What is the purpose of the pneumatic duct in swim bladders with pneumatic duct?
The pneumatic duct in swim bladders with pneumatic duct helps in gassing and degassing under autonomic nervous control.
Test your knowledge on diving and floating in vertebrates! This quiz will cover topics such as respiratory responses, the role of swim bladders, and the effects of diving beyond the aerobic dive limit. Challenge yourself and learn more about these fascinating adaptations!
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