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What are alveoli
Air sacs in the lungs
How many alveoli per lung
240 million
What happens to diaphragm and rib cage during inhalation
Expands and contracts
4 alveoli adaptations
One cell thick wall so short diffusion pathway
Well ventilated so higher Oxygen concentration in lungs
Large surface area so more diffusion space
Very good blood supply to maintain high concentration gradient