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The area within the lungs where gas exchange occurs is called?

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The alveoli are the sites of gas exchange; they are located at the terminal regions of the lung and are attached to the respiratory bronchioles. The acinus is the structure in the lung where gas exchange occurs. The sac-like structure of the alveoli increases their surface area.

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