For crustaceans with gills housed in branchial chambers, ventilation is maintained by
A) cilia.
B) scaphognathites.
C) swimming appendages.
D) natural currents.
E) flagella.

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Scaphognathites are specialized appendages in crustaceans that function to create water currents for ventilation in the branchial chambers where the gills are located, facilitating gas exchange.

For Crustaceans with Gills Housed in Branchial Chambers, Ventilation Is