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Life Processes
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Why is it necessary to separate oxygenated and deoxygenated blood in mammals and birds?

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The separation of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood allows a highly efficient supply of oxygen to the body. This system is useful in animals that have high energy need as it provides more oxygen to the body. Mammals and birds constantly need oxygen to obtain energy to maintain body temperature constant.

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