Adaptation of an insect for efficient gaseous exchange

  • Has highly branched tracheal system that ramify the whole body up to individual cells
  • Tubules open to atmosphere to receive oxygen through spiracles
  • Tracheoles have thin walls to facilitate diffusion of gases
  • Tracheal system is ventilated by contraction of abdominal and thoracic muscles.
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