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प्रश्न
How are the alveoli designed to maximise the exchange of gases?
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उत्तर
The terminal of the bronchioles contains the alveoli. These are structures that resemble balloons and are densely packed with blood arteries. Their thin membranes enhance the surface area available for gas exchange.
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