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Veterinary Technician

Category - Animal Care

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A bird's unique respiratory system is evolved for flight. What specialized anatomy do birds possess for ventilating their lungs?

Bronchial inclusions
Highly developed alveoli
Anterior and posterior air sacs
A permeable diaphragm

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Answer: C - Anterior and posterior air sacs are a specialized anatomical feature that birds possess for ventilating their lungs. The anterior air sacs are interclavicular, cervical, and anterior thoracic. The posterior air sacs include posterior thoracic and abdominals.

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