Which mechanism causes elevated oxygen extraction in birds at high altitudes?

💡 Explanation

Unidirectional air flow, provided by air sacs, allows complete air exchange; therefore, oxygen extraction is maximized across the parabronchi, rather than relying on bidirectional flow and decreased efficiency.

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