From where do aquatic animals and terrestrial animals obtain oxygen for breathing and respiration?

  • A
    Aquatic animals obtain oxygen from water, while terrestrial animals obtain it from the atmosphere.
  • B
    Both obtain oxygen from the atmosphere.
  • C
    Aquatic animals obtain oxygen from the atmosphere, while terrestrial animals obtain it from water.
  • D
    Both obtain oxygen from water.

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