Which of the following factors allows plethodontid (lungless) salamanders to survive and thrive using only their body surface for oxygen uptake? A. Their small size B. The fact that they are ectothermic C. Their thin, permeable integument (skin) D. The relatively high solubility of O₂ in air E. All of the above

Which of the following factors allows plethodontid (lungless) salamanders to survive and thrive using only their body surface for oxygen uptake? A. Their small size B. The fact that they are ectothermic C. Their thin, permeable integument (skin) D. The relatively high solubility of O₂ in air E. All of the above

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168116

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter15: Diversity Of Animals

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16RQ: Members of Chondrichthyes differ from members of Osteichthyes by having a _______. a. jaw b. bony...

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