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What Distinguishes amphibians from reptiles?
Amphibians can absorb oxygen through their skin - reptiles need to physically breathe.
Why don't reptiles need as much oxygen as humans do?
because they don't work as hard as humans do
Reptiles used what to absorb oxygen?
Most reptiles use diffusion through the skin to obtained oxygen.
What do reptiles use to get oxygen from water?
Reptiles don't get oxygen from the water. All reptiles have to come up to the surface to breathe, but can hold their breath a long time.
Why does a mammal need more oxygen than a reptile of the same size?
Yes, mammals have a 4chambered heart, while reptiles only have a 3chambered heart.
Why do mammals need more oxygen than reptiles?
Mammals maintain a higher body temperature. In order to do so, they require more energy and that requires more oxygen.
Do reptiles obtain oxygen through their skin?
No, its just some reptiles that obtain oxygen through their skin. Many of them breath through their lungs.
How do lizards get oxygen into their bodies?
Lizards are reptiles and all reptiles breathe using lungs.
What does reptiles breathe in?
Obviously oxygen from the air.
How do reptiles survive under water?
Reptiles have various adaptations that allow some species to survive underwater for extended periods. For instance, turtles and some aquatic reptiles can hold their breath for long durations due to their efficient oxygen usage and slower metabolic rates. Additionally, certain species have specialized respiratory systems, such as the ability to absorb oxygen through their skin or cloacal respiration, allowing them to remain submerged while still deriving necessary oxygen. However, most reptiles need to surface for air periodically.
How do fogs take in oxygen?
Frogs, like all other reptiles, get their oxygen through their lungs
Do reptiles need to breed in water?
No. Reptiles commonly reporduce on land.
