Gas Exchange Process Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of gas exchange in living organisms?

  • To generate energy for cellular respiration
  • To facilitate the diffusion of gases between the organism and its environment (correct)
  • To maintain a balance between internal and external gases
  • To release excess gases from the body
  • Which structure is typically the gas exchange membrane in small unicellular organisms?

  • Cell membrane (correct)
  • Gills
  • Pulmonary alveoli
  • Spongy mesophylls
  • In which organisms is the skin or cuticle used for sufficient gas exchange?

  • Small unicellular organisms
  • Flatworms (correct)
  • Bacteria
  • Large multicellular organisms
  • Why do most larger organisms require specialized structures for gas exchange?

    <p>To provide a large area needed for effective gas exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of gills, pulmonary alveoli, and spongy mesophylls in larger organisms?

    <p>To provide a large surface area for gas exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

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