GK Question

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The tiny air sacs in lungs where gas exchange occurs are called ________.

  1. Bronchi
  2. Bronchioles
  3. Alveoli
  4. Trachea

Answer: Alveoli

Alveoli are microscopic sacs surrounded by capillaries. Oxygen diffuses into blood, CO₂ diffuses out. Their large surface area (~70 m²) enables efficient respiration. Key anatomy concept. [[NCERT Biology Class 11]]

Topic Biology - Human Respiratory System
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