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What is the primary purpose of the process of gaseous exchange in the body?
What is the primary purpose of the process of gaseous exchange in the body?
- To remove oxygen from the atmosphere and release carbon dioxide into the environment
- To take in oxygen from the atmosphere and remove carbon dioxide produced in the body (correct)
- To produce energy through the exchange of gases in the lungs
- To regulate the body temperature through the inhalation of air
What is required for the catabolic processes that derive energy from food components?
What is required for the catabolic processes that derive energy from food components?
- Oxygen (correct)
- Carbon dioxide
- Nitrogen
- Hydrogen
Which term is used to describe the process of taking oxygen inside and removing carbon dioxide from the body?
Which term is used to describe the process of taking oxygen inside and removing carbon dioxide from the body?
- Anaerobic metabolism
- Pulmonary circulation
- Breathing or respiration (correct)
- Cellular oxidation
What is the function of the human respiratory system?
What is the function of the human respiratory system?
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What do all animals have that are specialized for gaseous exchange?
What do all animals have that are specialized for gaseous exchange?
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What is the primary purpose of the human respiratory system?
What is the primary purpose of the human respiratory system?
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Which component of food is required for energy production?
Which component of food is required for energy production?
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What is the process called when oxygen is taken inside and carbon dioxide is removed from the body?
What is the process called when oxygen is taken inside and carbon dioxide is removed from the body?
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What is the main function of oxygen in the body?
What is the main function of oxygen in the body?
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Which term best describes the process of gaseous exchange in the body?
Which term best describes the process of gaseous exchange in the body?
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