How Do the Heart and Lungs Work?
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What is the main function of the heart?

  • To pump blood to the body cells only.
  • To pump blood to the lungs only.
  • To filter oxygen from the blood.
  • To pump blood to both the lungs and body cells. (correct)

Which chamber of the heart receives oxygen-poor blood from the body?

  • Left atrium
  • Right atrium (correct)
  • Left ventricle
  • Right ventricle

Where does oxygenated blood from the lungs enter the heart?

  • Right ventricle
  • Right atrium
  • Left ventricle
  • Left atrium (correct)

Which statement about blood oxygen levels affecting its color is true?

<p>The amount of oxygen in the blood does not affect its color. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of blood does the right side of the heart pump to the lungs?

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

From which side of the heart does oxygenated blood go to the organs of the body?

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

What is the color of blood that has lost its oxygen?

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

What is the primary reason for breathing?

<p>To produce energy for cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During inhalation, what happens to the diaphragm?

<p>It contracts, pulling down on the chest cavity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of our body releases carbon dioxide into the bloodstream for removal?

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

How does deep breathing affect stress levels?

<p>Promotes relaxation and lowers stress levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average duration of a single breath?

<p>4-6 seconds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oxygen in cellular metabolism?

<p>Aids in the breakdown of glucose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body contracts during exhalation?

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

What is the primary function of inhalation?

<p>Supplying oxygen to cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does carbon dioxide leave our body?

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

What happens when the diaphragm relaxes during breathing?

<p>Pushes air out of lungs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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