lung-like Synonyms
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lung-like Meaning
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lung-like (a)
performing functions similar to those performed by lungs
lung-like Sentence Examples
- The sponge's lung-like structure allowed it to exchange gases with the surrounding water.
- The jellyfish's bell contained a lung-like cavity where oxygen was taken up and carbon dioxide released.
- The sea cucumber's body wall had numerous lung-like sacs that served as gas exchange organs.
- The lung-like sacs of the sea star extended into its arms, providing a large surface area for respiration.
- The hagfish's skin possessed lung-like folds that facilitated gas exchange.
- The lung-like bladders of the lungfish allowed it to breathe air in shallow waters.
- The siren's lung-like lungs were adapted for both aquatic and terrestrial respiration.
- The lung-like tracheae of insects carry oxygen directly to their tissues.
- The lung-like gills of some crustaceans allowed them to extract oxygen from water with low dissolved oxygen levels.
- Researchers are developing artificial lung-like devices to support patients with respiratory failure.
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performing functions similar to those performed by lungs
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The sponge's lung-like structure allowed it to exchange gases with the surrounding water.
The jellyfish's bell contained a lung-like cavity where oxygen was taken up and carbon dioxide released.
The sea cucumber's body wall had numerous lung-like sacs that served as gas exchange organs.
The lung-like sacs of the sea star extended into its arms, providing a large surface area for respiration.
