Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040069

The exchange of gases in the lungs is mainly facilitated by what mechanism?

1

Diffusion

2

Osmosis

3

Filtration

4

Active transport

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. Diffusion

Solution:

Gas exchange in the lungs occurs via diffusion, where oxygen enters the blood and carbon dioxide leaves based on concentration gradients. Osmosis refers to water movement, while filtration and active transport do not apply here.

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