Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2009 2009Moderate

Beside mammals, diaphram is also present in:

Correct answer: A. Birds

  • A. Birds
  • B. Crocodiles
  • C. Fishes
  • D. Toads

Explanation

Correct Answer: BirdsThe presence of a diaphragm in birds allows for effective respiration by assisting in lung function. While birds have this structure, crocodiles, fishes, and toads do not possess a diaphragm. Crocodiles rely on organ movement, fishes use gills, and toads employ skin and lung respiration methods.

Last updated

About Human Respiratory System

The human respiratory system conducts air to the alveoli, where oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange occurs across thin respiratory surfaces. Questions cover the nasal passage, trachea, bronchi, lungs, diaphragm and intercostal muscles, ventilation mechanics and gas transport, while distinguishing breathing and gaseous exchange from cellular respiration.

Practise Respiration

446 free Respiration MCQs from Biology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Exams that ask Biology questions like this

Biology is on 6 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.

Related questions