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What is the function of the aveoli?

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∙ 11y ago
Updated: 11/14/2022

The function of the alveoli is to allow gas exchange with the blood and lungs. It takes in the carbon dioxide and then diffuses it.

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What is the function of the aveoli duct?

To get inhaled air to the alveoi for gas exchange


What absorbes oxygen from the air?

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What happens between the aveoli?

how does the exchange of gasses between the aveoli and blood happen


What is the job of the bronchioles?

The brochiole's function is to allow oxygen to pass into the aveoli (air sacks covered in capillaries) where the oxygen can then enter your blood stream.


Is the aveoli an organ?

no cause aveoli are little air sacks in the lungs. they are not an organ they are in an organ.


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What are millions in the lungs?

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