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From where do the aquatic animals and terrestrial animals obtain oxygen for breathing and respiration?
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Solution
Aquatic animals obtain the oxygen dissolved in water for breathing and respiration. Terrestrial animals obtain oxygen present in air for breathing and respiration.
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