While the average human is able to hold his or her breath for approximately one minute, a whale can dive for over 30 minutes without returning to the surface. Which of the following correctly describes this difference?

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mathmate · Answer

Found this: http://io9.gizmodo.com/how-a-whale-can-hold-its-breath-underwater-for-up-to-an-513484994 You can google for further related information for more details.

biologicalscience · Answer

http://www.nku.edu/~dempseyd/RESPIRATION_9.htm