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Breathing and Exchange of Gases: Respiratory surfaces MCQ

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Respiratory surfacesEasyQuestion 9231

Question

In aquatic vertebrates like fishes, the principal respiratory organs are:

  1. A
    Gills
    Correct
  2. B
    Lungs
  3. C
    Skin only
  4. D
    Kidneys

Correct answer

Gills

Explanation

Fishes exchange gases mainly by gills, which are well suited for aquatic respiration.