How are the alveoli designed to maximise the exchange of gases?

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(N/A) The alveoli are small,balloon-like structures present in the lungs.
The walls of the alveoli consist of an extensive network of blood vessels (capillaries).
Each lung contains $300-350$ million alveoli,making a total of approximately $700$ million in both lungs.
When spread out,the total alveolar surface area covers about $80\, m^2$.
This large surface area and the thin,moist walls facilitate efficient gaseous exchange.

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