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Compare the functioning of alveoli in the lungs and nephrons in the kidneys with respect to their structure and functioning.
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10/09/2021 11:43 am
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Compare the functioning of alveoli in the lungs and nephrons in the kidneys with respect to their structure and functioning.
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Comparison with respect to structure: Both alveoli and nephrons possess a network of blood capillaries.
Comparison with respect to functioning: Alveoli provide a surface for gaseous exchange while nephrons help in purifying blood by filtering waste products in the form of urine.
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