Which of the following is NOT a reason respiration in water is challenging?

A. Water is very dense relative to air.
B. Water holds relatively little oxygen compared to air.
C. Water moving over thin respiratory epithelial surfaces can create osmotic challenges.
D. Dessication of respiratory surfaces is a significant problem.
E. All the choices except "dessication of respiratory surfaces" are correct.


E. All the choices except "dessication of respiratory surfaces" are correct.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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