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  1. The exchange of gases in the alveoli of the lungs takes place by
    1. simple diffusion
    2. osmosis
    3. active transport
    4. passive transport
Correct Option: A

Gaseous exchange between blood (dissolved phase) and alveolar air (gaseous phase) across respiratory membrane occurs by simple diffusion. Obviously, it depends upon the concentration gradient (=partial pressure) of the concerned gases in blood and alveolar air.



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