How Long Can They Hold Their Breath?

[NaRnAR]

Sorry Nas, but the actual process is a lot closer to Mormegil than your explaination (which is a lot different).

I don't think any apology is necessary here, as Mormegil made a more accurate scientific explaination.

I was trying to be utterly simple...because for some of us, its easier to understand that hermit crabs use the oxygen found in water (bonded or not)...for me its easier to relate to humidity. In Mormegils first post he/she said the same thing I did, but then went on to clarify later.

Its all good and were all better now...no need to drag out the miscommunications

*isnt a chemisty buff and should be forgiven for that and studies human physiology, not fish*

[NaRnAR]

Im going to lock this thread.

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