Zoology-Respiratory Organs
NEET Zoology Respiratory Organs Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11
Assertion (A): Diffusion of gases occurs only in the alveolar region of the respiratory system. | Reason (R): The alveolar region has a thin diffusion membrane and a large surface area allowing efficient gas exchange.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The alveolar region is specialized for gas exchange due to its thin membrane and large surface area, which are conducive to efficient diffusion.
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