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Gill Define Filament Thin Plates Attached Arch Folds

Gill filaments are thin plates attached to the gill arch that possess folds called lamellae, providing a large surface area for gas exchange.

Los filamentos branquiales son placas delgadas unidas al arco branquial que tienen pliegues llamados lamelas, proporcionando una gran superficie para el intercambio gaseoso.

Front Define gill filament.
Back Gill filament - thin plates attached to gill arch that have folds called lamellae
  • Give gills high surface area

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