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Which gas has a significantly lower concentration in expired air compared to inspired air?
Which gas has a significantly lower concentration in expired air compared to inspired air?
- Oxygen (correct)
- Nitrogen
- Argon
- Carbon Dioxide
Expired air contains a higher concentration of oxygen than inspired air.
Expired air contains a higher concentration of oxygen than inspired air.
False (B)
Identify the primary gas that is at a substantially higher concentration in expired air than inspired air.
Identify the primary gas that is at a substantially higher concentration in expired air than inspired air.
Carbon Dioxide
The process of ______ accounts for the decrease in oxygen concentration from inspired to expired air.
The process of ______ accounts for the decrease in oxygen concentration from inspired to expired air.
What is the key difference in gas composition between inspired and expired air that is most directly linked to metabolic activity?
What is the key difference in gas composition between inspired and expired air that is most directly linked to metabolic activity?
Flashcards
Inspired Air
Inspired Air
Air that enters the lungs during inhalation.
Expired Air
Expired Air
Air that exits the lungs during exhalation.
O2 vs. CO2 (Inspired vs. Expired)
O2 vs. CO2 (Inspired vs. Expired)
Inspired air has more oxygen; expired air has more carbon dioxide.
Oxygen Content (Inspired Air)
Oxygen Content (Inspired Air)
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Carbon Dioxide Content (Expired Air)
Carbon Dioxide Content (Expired Air)
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Study Notes
How Does Inspired Air Differ from Expired Air?
- After studying this section, a student should be able to state the difference in composition between inspired air and expired air.
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Description
Compare the composition of inspired and expired air. Inspired air has a higher concentration of oxygen than expired air. Expired air has a higher concentration of carbon dioxide and water vapor.
