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How does the earthworm obtain oxygen without a respiratory system?

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the oxygen diffuses to their circulatory system through the skin

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What is the purpose of oxygen in the respiratory system?
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What does oxygen have to do with the respiratory system?
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How does respiratory system get oxygen out?
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Does an earthworm have an external respiratory system?
yes a eartworm has a external resptory system