Which benefit arises from the unidirectional airflow provided avian air sacs during flight?

💡 Explanation

When avian air sacs provide unidirectional flow, a countercurrent exchange mechanism occurs because the airflow opposes blood flow in the lungs, maximizing oxygen absorption. Therefore, increased oxygen extraction results, rather than weight reduction, maneuverability, or altitude sickness prevention, which rely on separate adaptations.

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