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See all →- Compare the functioning of alveoli in the lungs and nephrons in the kidneys Alveoli Nephrons Structure Structure Alveoli are tiny balloon-like structures present inside the lungs. Nephrons are tubular structures pres... 1
- What are the differences between the transport of materials in xylem and phloem? Xylem Phloem Xylem tissue helps in the transport of water and minerals. Phloem tissue helps in the transport of food. Water is transported u... 1
- Describe double circulation in human beings. Why is it necessary? During a single cycle blood goes twice in the heart which is known as double circulation. It is necessary in human being to separate oxygena... 2
- What would be the consequences of a deficiency of haemoglobin in our bodies? Haemoglobin is the respiratory pigment that transports oxygen to the body cells for cellular respiration. Therefore, deficiency of haemoglob... 1
- How are the alveoli designed to maximise the exchange of gases? Alveoli provide a surface for the exchange of gases. An extensive network of blood vessels is present in the wall of the alveoli. By lifting... 1
- What are the differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration? Name some organisms Aerobic respiration Anaerobic respiration It occurs in the presence of O₂. It occurs in the absence of O₂. It involves the exchange of gases... 1