Biology Chapter: Human Respiratory System
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Which gas is present in greater concentration in inhaled air compared to exhaled air?

  • Oxygen (correct)
  • Carbon Dioxide
  • Nitrogen
  • Hydrogen
  • What is the role of the diaphragm during exhalation?

  • It moves upwards, contributing to the decrease in lung volume. (correct)
  • It remains static without any movement.
  • It contracts forcefully to expel air quickly.
  • It moves downward to increase lung volume.
  • What is the primary function of the larynx?

  • To facilitate gas exchange in the lungs
  • To filter air before it reaches the lungs
  • To produce sound through vocal cord vibrations (correct)
  • To connect the bronchi to the trachea
  • What happens to the air pressure inside the lungs during inhalation?

    <p>It decreases to allow air to rush in. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about limewater in the experiment is correct?

    <p>It reacts with carbon dioxide to become cloudy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the alveoli?

    <p>They are tiny air sacs that provide a surface for gas exchange (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the contraction of rib muscles have during inhalation?

    <p>It raises the ribs, increasing lung volume. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?

    <p>The diaphragm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many alveoli are approximately present in the human lungs?

    <p>Approximately 750 million (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What connects the nasal passages to the lungs?

    <p>The trachea (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pulling the rubber sheet down simulate in the breathing process?

    <p>Inflating the lungs (A), Expanding the chest cavity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material in the experiment represents the rib cage?

    <p>The plastic bottle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result when the rubber sheet is released after being pulled down?

    <p>The balloons fully deflate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the measurement of chest cavity size, what change is expected when a person takes a deep breath?

    <p>Chest size increases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do the deflated balloons play in the experiment?

    <p>They represent the lungs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the primary function of the lungs?

    <p>To filter and exchange gases in the respiratory system. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between breathing and respiration?

    <p>Breathing is a mechanical process that involves air movement, whereas respiration is biochemical involving gas exchange. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscles are primarily involved in the process of inhalation?

    <p>Rib muscles and diaphragm muscles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During exhalation, which of the following occurs?

    <p>The ribs move downwards and inwards. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of breathing in relation to respiration?

    <p>Breathing is a mechanical process to facilitate gas exchange necessary for respiration. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of respiration?

    <p>To release energy from food by oxidation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the respiratory system serves as a common pathway for both food and air?

    <p>Pharynx (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do the nasal hairs play in the respiratory system?

    <p>They trap dust, smoke, and microbes from the air (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during sneezing?

    <p>Particles are dislodged and expelled from the nasal cavity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common disease associated with the respiratory system?

    <p>Diabetes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average breathing rate of a person in a resting state?

    <p>16-18 times per minute (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much does the breathing rate increase during fast running?

    <p>It increases to approximately 25 times per minute (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After which activity would you expect the highest breathing rate?

    <p>Fast running (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the activity designed to find the breathing rate?

    <p>Breathe normally and count breaths for one minute (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be recorded in the table after conducting the breathing rate experiment?

    <p>Breathing rates under various conditions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of airway inflammation in asthma?

    <p>Narrowing of the airways (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which respiratory process does oxygen combine with hemoglobin?

    <p>External respiration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during cellular respiration?

    <p>Energy is produced from glucose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily transported by the blood to body cells?

    <p>Oxygen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do body cells release back into the bloodstream during internal respiration?

    <p>Carbon dioxide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is commonly associated with tuberculosis?

    <p>Coughing with blood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary cause of pneumonia?

    <p>Viral infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of inflammation is characteristic of bronchitis?

    <p>Bronchial tube inflammation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a treatment for tuberculosis?

    <p>Surgery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom could signify the presence of asthma?

    <p>Wheezing while exhaling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic is particularly vulnerable to pneumonia?

    <p>Older adults (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What diagnostic method is commonly used for both tuberculosis and pneumonia?

    <p>Chest X-rays (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a typical symptom of bronchitis?

    <p>Shortness of breath (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cellular respiration?

    <p>To break down glucose for energy production (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are specifically responsible for gas exchange in the lungs?

    <p>Alveoli (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of inhalation characterized by?

    <p>Moving fresh air into the lungs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can tuberculosis be effectively prevented in children?

    <p>By giving BCG injections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes external respiration?

    <p>Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between air and blood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding pneumonia?

    <p>It results in inflammation of the alveolar walls. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is primarily responsible for the mechanical process of breathing?

    <p>Respiratory system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during exhalation?

    <p>Used air is expelled from the lungs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Exhaled air vs. Inhaled air

    Exhaled air has less oxygen and more carbon dioxide than inhaled air.

    Inhalation

    The process of taking air into the lungs.

    Exhalation

    The process of breathing air out of the lungs.

    Carbon Dioxide in Exhaled Air

    Exhaled air contains significantly more carbon dioxide than inhaled air.

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    Thoracic Cavity Expansion

    During inhalation, the space in the chest (thoracic cavity) increases, decreasing air pressure in the lungs, causing air to enter.

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    Breathing definition

    The process of taking in oxygen-rich air and releasing carbon dioxide-rich air.

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    Respiration (biochemical)

    Exchange of gases between blood and air, and between blood and cells, along with food being oxidized in cells.

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    Breathing mechanism

    Ribs moving, diaphragm moving to let air in and out.

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    What does the rubber sheet represent?

    The rubber sheet in the breathing model represents the chest cavity, which expands and contracts to allow air into and out of the lungs.

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    What happens to the balloons when the rubber sheet is pulled down?

    When the rubber sheet is pulled down, the balloons inflate, simulating the process of inhalation where the lungs fill with air.

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    What happens to the balloons when the rubber sheet is released?

    When the rubber sheet is released, the balloons deflate, representing exhalation as the lungs expel air.

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    What is the effect when the rubber sheet is pulled down?

    Pulling the rubber sheet down increases the space inside the bottle, representing the expansion of the chest cavity during inhalation. This decrease in pressure within the bottle pulls air into the balloons, simulating air entering the lungs.

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    How does chest cavity size change during breathing?

    Chest cavity size increases during inhalation when air is drawn into the lungs, and decreases during exhalation as air is expelled.

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    What is the larynx?

    The larynx is the upper part of the trachea (windpipe), also known as the voice box or Adam's apple. It connects the pharynx to the trachea and helps produce sound through vocal cord vibrations.

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    Trachea's role

    The trachea, or windpipe, carries air from the nasal passages to the lungs. It branches into two bronchi, one for each lung.

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    Lung function

    The lungs are spongy, elastic organs responsible for gas exchange. They're enclosed in the thoracic cavity, protected by ribs and the sternum.

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    Alveoli

    Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs, providing a huge surface area for gas exchange. They're covered with blood capillaries, allowing oxygen to enter the blood and carbon dioxide to leave.

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    What does the diaphragm do?

    A large, muscular diaphragm separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. It helps with breathing by expanding and contracting.

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    What does respiration involve?

    Respiration is the process of taking in oxygen from the environment, breaking down food (glucose) to release energy and carbon dioxide. It's how our bodies obtain energy from food.

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    What does the respiratory system do?

    The respiratory system is responsible for the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide. It includes the lungs, trachea, bronchi, and other organs.

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    What does breathing through the nose do?

    When we breathe through the nose, the air is filtered, warmed, and moistened in the nasal passages. This ensures clean, warm air enters the lungs.

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    Why do we sneeze?

    Sneezing is a reflex that expels unwanted particles like dust, pollen, or microbes that reach the nasal cavity and irritate the sensory lining.

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    What are some common respiratory diseases?

    Common respiratory diseases include asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis (TB). These diseases affect the lungs and breathing.

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    Breathing Rate

    The number of breaths a person takes per minute.

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    Breathing Rate During Exercise

    Breathing rate increases during exercise because your body needs more oxygen.

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    Why does breathing rate increase?

    Increased physical activity demands more oxygen for muscle function, leading to an increase in breathing rate to supply that oxygen.

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    Breathing Rate After Rest

    After rest, breathing rate returns to normal as the body's oxygen demand decreases.

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    Breathing Rate Under Different Conditions

    Breathing rate varies depending on the level of physical activity. It increases during exercise and returns to normal after rest.

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    What is Asthma?

    Asthma is a lung disease where airways become inflamed and produce extra mucus. This inflammation causes swelling and narrowing of the airways, leading to coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

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    Where does External Respiration occur?

    External Respiration refers to the exchange of gases between the air and blood in the alveoli of the lungs. Oxygen enters the blood and binds to hemoglobin in red blood cells, forming oxyhemoglobin, which is then transported to body cells. Simultaneously, carbon dioxide from the blood enters the alveoli.

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    What happens during Internal Respiration?

    Internal Respiration involves the exchange of gases between the blood and body cells. Oxyhemoglobin delivers oxygen to the cells, which utilize it for energy production. Carbon dioxide, a byproduct of cellular respiration, diffuses from the cells into the blood.

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    Cellular Respiration: What is it?

    Cellular Respiration is the process where glucose is broken down inside cells to produce energy (ATP). This process generates carbon dioxide as a byproduct.

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    What does CO2 do to the blood?

    Carbon dioxide (CO2), produced by cellular respiration, dissolves into the blood. It then travels back to the lungs for exhalation.

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    Tuberculosis (TB)

    A bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB). It can also affect other organs like bones, brain, and kidneys.

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    TB Symptoms

    Common symptoms include coughing (sometimes with mucus or blood), fatigue, low-grade fever, loss of appetite, and weight loss.

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    Pneumonia

    Inflammation of the lungs, primarily affecting the alveoli (tiny air sacs). It's especially common in older adults, infants, and young children.

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    Pneumonia Causes

    Causes can include viral infections, bacteria, dust, air pollution, smoking, and occupational hazards.

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    Bronchitis

    Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs.

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    Bronchitis Causes

    Common causes include viral infections, dust, air pollution, smoking, and certain bacteria.

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    Asthma Triggers

    Cold air, air pollutants, pollen, dust mites, mold spores, and pet hair can trigger asthma attacks.

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    Asthma Symptoms

    Symptoms include wheezing, chest tightness or pain, and disturbed sleep.

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    What is respiration?

    Respiration is the process of breaking down glucose to release energy and carbon dioxide. This process is essential for all living organisms.

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    What are alveoli?

    Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs that are responsible for gas exchange between the air we breathe and our blood.

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    What is inhalation?

    Inhalation is the process of breathing in fresh air, where the lungs expand and draw air inside.

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    What is exhalation?

    Exhalation is the process of breathing out used air from the lungs, where the lungs contract and push air out.

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    What is external respiration?

    External respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air in the lungs and the blood.

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    What is internal respiration?

    Internal respiration is the exchange of gases between the blood and the cells throughout the body.

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    What is tuberculosis (TB)?

    Tuberculosis is a contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. It spreads through the air when someone with active TB coughs, sneezes, or speaks.

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    How is TB diagnosed?

    Tuberculosis can be diagnosed through various tests, including skin tests, blood tests, chest X-rays, and sputum tests.

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    Study Notes

    Respiration

    • Respiration is a biochemical process
    • The lungs increase in surface area
    • Air is filtered in the nasal passages
    • The lungs are placed in the thoracic cavity
    • Air is taken into the lungs
    • Air is expelled out from the lungs
    • The rib muscles and diaphragm help to assist in inhaling and exhaling

    Inhaled vs Exhaled Air

    • Composition of air changes between inhaling and exhaling
    • Exhaled air has less oxygen and more carbon dioxide

    Breathing Mechanism

    • Inhalation: Rib muscles contract to lift the ribs upwards; diaphragm contracts; pressure decreases, volume increases.
    • Exhalation: Rib muscles relax; ribs move downwards, diaphragm relaxes; pressure increases, volume decreases.

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