Aquatic Animals Flashcards by George Roberts

Q

What is an Operculum ?

A

A bony flap that covers the fishes gills for protection

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Q

How have fish adapted for gas exchange ?

A

Many Lamellae to increase surface area for max oxygen absorption
Counter-current flow to make sure new deoxygenated blood is always coming into contact with new Oxygenated water

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