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What is the respiratory response of diving and floating based on?
The ability to conserve oxygen stores.
What happens when diving goes beyond the aerobic dive limit (ADL)?
Blood lactic acid accumulates.
What is the swim bladder in bony fishes used for?
Gas exchange, hearing, and sound production.
How does the swim bladder maintain pressure equivalent to the surroundings?
It is a tough membranous and distensible structure.
What happens to the pressure in the swim bladder when a fish descends about 10 meters down?
It is reduced to half.
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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