What are the peculiar features of respiratory system of agnathans?

The respiratory system of agnathans, which are jawless vertebrates, exhibits unique features compared to other vertebrate groups. Agnathans comprise two main classes: Myxini (hagfish) and Petromyzontida (lampreys). Here are some distinctive features of the respiratory system in agnathans:

1. Gills without Operculum:
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