The figure given below shows a small part of the human lung where exchange of gases takes place. In which one of the options given below, the one part A, B, C or D is correctly identified along with its function?

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1. A – Alveolar cavity – main site of exchange of respiratory gases
2. D – Capillary wall – exchange of Oand CO2 takes place here
3. B – Red blood cell –  transport of CO2 mainly.
4. C – Arterial capillary – passes oxygen to tissues
Subtopic:  Respiratory System: Exchange of Gases |
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AIPMT - 2011
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The haemoglobin of a human foetus:

1. has a lower affinity for oxygen than that of the adult

2. its affinity for oxygen is the same as stat of an adult

3. has only 2 protein subunits instead of 4

4. has a higher affinity for oxygen than that of an adult.

Subtopic:  Respiratory System: Exchange of Gases | Respiratory System: Transport of Gases Part 1 | Respiratory System: Transport of Gases |
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AIPMT - 2008
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