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What is the importance of pneumatic bones and air sacs in birds?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Structures**: - Pneumatic bones and air sacs are specialized adaptations found in birds (class Aves). - Pneumatic bones are bones that are hollow and filled with air, while air sacs are extensions of the lungs that help in respiration. 2. **Characteristics of Birds**: - Birds are bipedal, feathered, warm-blooded animals capable of maintaining a constant body temperature (homeothermy). ...
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