Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134711751
Author: Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 23, Problem 10SQ
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Introduction: Breathing is the process of respiration that includes inhaling oxygen from air to lungs and exhaling carbon dioxide from lungs into air. This is referred to as gas exchange that takes place in air sacs of lungs known as alveoli. It includes airways, lungs, blood vessel, and the muscles to enable breathing.
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