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What is the proportion of oxygen in the air that leaves the lungs?
What is the proportion of oxygen in the air that leaves the lungs?
Carbon dioxide is a gas that must be removed from the body to prevent toxicity.
Carbon dioxide is a gas that must be removed from the body to prevent toxicity.
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What are the main parts of the respiratory system?
What are the main parts of the respiratory system?
nose, pharynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs
The proportion of carbon dioxide in the air entering the lungs is _____%.
The proportion of carbon dioxide in the air entering the lungs is _____%.
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Match the following gases with their proportions when entering and leaving the lungs:
Match the following gases with their proportions when entering and leaving the lungs:
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What gas is primarily carried by arteries from the lungs to the body cells?
What gas is primarily carried by arteries from the lungs to the body cells?
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Asthma is a respiratory disorder that causes airways to widen.
Asthma is a respiratory disorder that causes airways to widen.
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
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Name one disorder of the respiratory system.
Name one disorder of the respiratory system.
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Asthma can be completely cured with the right medication.
Asthma can be completely cured with the right medication.
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Asthma can be influenced by environmental factors such as ______ and pollen.
Asthma can be influenced by environmental factors such as ______ and pollen.
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What is a primary prevention method for lung cancer?
What is a primary prevention method for lung cancer?
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Match the following terms related to the respiratory system with their definitions:
Match the following terms related to the respiratory system with their definitions:
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Which of the following can stimulate asthma?
Which of the following can stimulate asthma?
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A common symptom of lung cancer is ______.
A common symptom of lung cancer is ______.
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Match the following symptoms with the respective conditions:
Match the following symptoms with the respective conditions:
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Parents with asthma cannot pass the condition to their children.
Parents with asthma cannot pass the condition to their children.
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Which substance is a known trigger for asthma?
Which substance is a known trigger for asthma?
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What happens to the airways during an asthma attack?
What happens to the airways during an asthma attack?
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Inherited lung cancer is related to exposure to harmful radiations.
Inherited lung cancer is related to exposure to harmful radiations.
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What is a common symptom of asthma experienced during the night?
What is a common symptom of asthma experienced during the night?
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What is the primary function of the nose in the respiratory system?
What is the primary function of the nose in the respiratory system?
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The pharynx is responsible for transporting air from the lungs to the outside environment.
The pharynx is responsible for transporting air from the lungs to the outside environment.
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What prevents dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs?
What prevents dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs?
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The __________ connects the pharynx to the lungs and splits into two bronchi.
The __________ connects the pharynx to the lungs and splits into two bronchi.
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Which part of the respiratory system is known for adding moisture to the air?
Which part of the respiratory system is known for adding moisture to the air?
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Breathing through the mouth is recommended for better filtration of air.
Breathing through the mouth is recommended for better filtration of air.
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Match the parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
Match the parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
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What branches off at the end of the trachea?
What branches off at the end of the trachea?
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What is the main aim of the experiment described?
What is the main aim of the experiment described?
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The plastic bottle used in the experiment should have its base removed.
The plastic bottle used in the experiment should have its base removed.
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What materials are needed to conduct the breathing experiment?
What materials are needed to conduct the breathing experiment?
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The ______ should be connected to form a Y-shaped structure for the experiment.
The ______ should be connected to form a Y-shaped structure for the experiment.
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Match the components with their corresponding functions in the experiment:
Match the components with their corresponding functions in the experiment:
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What happens when you pull the tube or plastic bag downward?
What happens when you pull the tube or plastic bag downward?
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The stopper should allow air to pass freely during the experiment.
The stopper should allow air to pass freely during the experiment.
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What should you cover the open base of the bottle with?
What should you cover the open base of the bottle with?
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Which of the following substances can stimulate asthma?
Which of the following substances can stimulate asthma?
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Asthma can only be inherited from mothers and not from fathers.
Asthma can only be inherited from mothers and not from fathers.
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What is one common symptom of asthma?
What is one common symptom of asthma?
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____ is a condition that causes airways to narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus.
____ is a condition that causes airways to narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus.
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Match the respiratory disorders with their descriptions:
Match the respiratory disorders with their descriptions:
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What is the role of red blood cells in the respiratory system?
What is the role of red blood cells in the respiratory system?
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Smoking can trigger asthma attacks.
Smoking can trigger asthma attacks.
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What type of gas leaves the blood and enters the alveoli?
What type of gas leaves the blood and enters the alveoli?
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What physiological change occurs when a person engages in physical exercise?
What physiological change occurs when a person engages in physical exercise?
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The rate of breathing is not affected by a person's emotional state.
The rate of breathing is not affected by a person's emotional state.
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What factor is responsible for increasing the rate of breathing in an anaemic person?
What factor is responsible for increasing the rate of breathing in an anaemic person?
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A child breathes _____ than an adult.
A child breathes _____ than an adult.
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Match the factors affecting breathing rate with their effects:
Match the factors affecting breathing rate with their effects:
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Which of the following factors causes an increase in the rate of breathing in response to energy demands?
Which of the following factors causes an increase in the rate of breathing in response to energy demands?
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Breathing rates are consistent across all age groups.
Breathing rates are consistent across all age groups.
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Fear or anger prompts the body to prepare for either _____ or fighting.
Fear or anger prompts the body to prepare for either _____ or fighting.
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What is the primary function of the alveolus in the lungs?
What is the primary function of the alveolus in the lungs?
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Inhalation is the process of taking air out of the lungs.
Inhalation is the process of taking air out of the lungs.
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What is the function of mucus in the respiratory system?
What is the function of mucus in the respiratory system?
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The diaphragm is a sheet of muscles that separates the chest from the __________.
The diaphragm is a sheet of muscles that separates the chest from the __________.
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Match the following respiratory terms with their definitions:
Match the following respiratory terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following describes diffusion in the context of the respiratory system?
Which of the following describes diffusion in the context of the respiratory system?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
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Anaemia is a condition that affects the respiratory system
Anaemia is a condition that affects the respiratory system
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What parts of the respiratory system are involved in vocalization?
What parts of the respiratory system are involved in vocalization?
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Asthma can be completely cured with the right medication.
Asthma can be completely cured with the right medication.
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Name one common symptom of lung cancer.
Name one common symptom of lung cancer.
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The best way to avoid lung cancer is to avoid __________ causing it.
The best way to avoid lung cancer is to avoid __________ causing it.
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Match the following symptoms to the correct respiratory condition:
Match the following symptoms to the correct respiratory condition:
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What is a method to help prevent asthma attacks?
What is a method to help prevent asthma attacks?
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Lung cancer is caused by inhaling hazardous __________ or radiations.
Lung cancer is caused by inhaling hazardous __________ or radiations.
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Environmental factors do not affect asthma.
Environmental factors do not affect asthma.
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What is the primary function of the lungs?
What is the primary function of the lungs?
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Both lungs operate independently during respiration.
Both lungs operate independently during respiration.
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What are the small air sacs in the lungs called?
What are the small air sacs in the lungs called?
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The __________ serves as a passage for air from the pharynx to the bronchi.
The __________ serves as a passage for air from the pharynx to the bronchi.
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Match the following respiratory system components with their functions:
Match the following respiratory system components with their functions:
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What gas is produced by body cells during energy production?
What gas is produced by body cells during energy production?
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How does breathing help the body?
How does breathing help the body?
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Oxygen is primarily used by humans to burn food for energy.
Oxygen is primarily used by humans to burn food for energy.
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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
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The air we exhale contains a higher concentration of oxygen than the air we inhale.
The air we exhale contains a higher concentration of oxygen than the air we inhale.
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What process involves taking air in and out of the lungs?
What process involves taking air in and out of the lungs?
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The __________ is responsible for filtering dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs.
The __________ is responsible for filtering dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs.
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Match the following gases with their presence in inhaled and exhaled air:
Match the following gases with their presence in inhaled and exhaled air:
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Asthma is a disorder that primarily affects which part of the respiratory system?
Asthma is a disorder that primarily affects which part of the respiratory system?
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Breathing through the mouth is the best method for air filtration.
Breathing through the mouth is the best method for air filtration.
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Name one factor that can stimulate asthma attacks.
Name one factor that can stimulate asthma attacks.
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What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?
What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?
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The diaphragm is a muscle that aids in exhalation only.
The diaphragm is a muscle that aids in exhalation only.
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What condition results from a lack of healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen in the body?
What condition results from a lack of healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen in the body?
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The process of taking in air to the lungs is called ______.
The process of taking in air to the lungs is called ______.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following describes diffusion in the respiratory system?
Which of the following describes diffusion in the respiratory system?
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Exhalation involves taking air out of the lungs.
Exhalation involves taking air out of the lungs.
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Name the muscular sheet that separates the chest from the stomach.
Name the muscular sheet that separates the chest from the stomach.
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Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?
Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?
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Gaseous exchange takes place in the alveoli.
Gaseous exchange takes place in the alveoli.
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What helps to trap microorganisms and dust in the nasal passages?
What helps to trap microorganisms and dust in the nasal passages?
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Breathing takes place in two stages, namely exchanging gases in the lungs and __________.
Breathing takes place in two stages, namely exchanging gases in the lungs and __________.
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What happens to the muscles in the ribs when air is removed from the lungs?
What happens to the muscles in the ribs when air is removed from the lungs?
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Match the following respiratory structures with their main function:
Match the following respiratory structures with their main function:
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The hair and mucus in the nose are primarily for cooling the air that enters the body.
The hair and mucus in the nose are primarily for cooling the air that enters the body.
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Name one method to prevent lung cancer.
Name one method to prevent lung cancer.
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What is the primary function of the nose in the respiratory system?
What is the primary function of the nose in the respiratory system?
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The pharynx connects the nose to the mouth.
The pharynx connects the nose to the mouth.
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What are the two parts that the trachea branches into?
What are the two parts that the trachea branches into?
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The nose contains __________ and mucus which prevent dusts and microorganisms from entering the lungs.
The nose contains __________ and mucus which prevent dusts and microorganisms from entering the lungs.
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Match the following parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
Match the following parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
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Which structure prevents dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs?
Which structure prevents dust and microorganisms from entering the lungs?
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Breathing through the mouth is preferable for better air filtration.
Breathing through the mouth is preferable for better air filtration.
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What is one way the nose modifies air before it enters the lungs?
What is one way the nose modifies air before it enters the lungs?
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What is the main role of the diaphragm during breathing?
What is the main role of the diaphragm during breathing?
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Exhalation refers to the process of taking air into the lungs.
Exhalation refers to the process of taking air into the lungs.
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What happens to the diaphragm when a person inhales?
What happens to the diaphragm when a person inhales?
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The __________ occurs when air is exchanged in the lungs.
The __________ occurs when air is exchanged in the lungs.
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Match the following parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
Match the following parts of the respiratory system with their functions:
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Why is it recommended to breathe through the nose instead of the mouth?
Why is it recommended to breathe through the nose instead of the mouth?
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Inhalation involves the diaphragm moving upward.
Inhalation involves the diaphragm moving upward.
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Describe the two stages of breathing.
Describe the two stages of breathing.
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Study Notes
Respiratory System
- Oxygen is carried by arteries to body cells to produce energy.
- Carbon dioxide is removed from body cells by veins, transported to the lungs and exhaled.
- The respiratory system is composed of the nose, pharynx, trachea, bronchi and the lungs.
- The process of taking in air is called inhalation, while releasing air out of the lungs is called exhalation.
Alveoli
- Oxygen diffuses from the alveoli to the capillaries through the thin walls of the alveoli and capillaries.
- Carbon dioxide diffuses from the capillaries into the alveoli.
Disorders of the Respiratory System
- Disorders of the respiratory system are conditions that prevent it from working properly.
- Asthma, lung cancer, and other diseases can affect the respiratory system.
Asthma
- Swelling and narrowing of airways causes difficult breathing.
- Triggered by allergic substances, such as pollen, dust, smoke, and perfumes.
- Symptoms are chest pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and rib contractions.
- Asthma is a chronic disease with no cure, but early detection of symptoms allows for better management.
Lung Cancer
- Abnormal growth of lung cells leading to swelling.
- Caused by inhaling hazardous chemicals or radiations often found in industries and mines.
- Smoking contributes to lung cancer as well.
- Can be inherited from parents who have been treated with radiation or chemicals.
- Symptoms include persistent coughing, chest pain, coughing up blood, shortness of breath, and hoarseness.
- Prevention is crucial, as it involves avoiding substances that cause lung cancer.
Air Composition Table
- Nitrogen accounts for the largest composition of both inhaled and exhaled air (78%).
- Oxygen composition in inhaled air is 21% while it is 16.46% in exhaled air.
- Carbon dioxide composition increases from 0.03% to 4.47% in the air during exhalation.
Functions of the Respiratory System
- Nose: Filters air, adds moisture, and warms air to match body temperature.
- Pharynx: Connects nose to trachea, helps air pass through freely with strong muscles.
- Trachea: Long tube that branches into bronchi, carrying air to the lungs.
- Bronchi: Branch into smaller tubes, leading to alveoli.
- Lungs: Contain alveoli, site for gas exchange.
Experiment: Investigating Breathing
- Aim: To observe the changes in lungs, diaphragm, and ribs during breathing.
- Materials: Balloons, tubes, plastic bottle, rubber sheet/plastic bag, scissors, rope/rubber band.
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Procedure:
- Create a Y-shaped structure with three tubes and attach balloons to the small tubes.
- Cut the base of the plastic bottle and pass the tubes with balloons through the hole, ensuring air cannot escape.
- Cover the bottle base with a rubber sheet/plastic bag, securing it with a rope/rubber band.
- Pull the sheet/bag downward and observe the balloons, representing lungs, inflating.
- By pulling the sheet/bag, you mimic the diaphragm contracting and the lungs expanding during inhalation.
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Observations:
- The balloons inflate when the sheet/bag is pulled down, mimicking lung expansion during inhalation.
- As the sheet/bag is released, the balloons deflate, simulating lung contraction during exhalation.
The Respiratory System
- The respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide.
- Respiration is the process of generating energy from food.
- The trachea is a tube that carries air from the pharynx to the lungs.
- Bronchi are branches off the trachea that lead to the lungs.
- The lungs are located inside the chest cavity and are responsible for gas exchange.
- Alveoli are small air sacs in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
- Capillaries are small blood vessels that surround the alveoli and allow for gas exchange.
- The diaphragm is a sheet of muscle that separates the chest from the stomach and helps with breathing.
- Inhalation is the process of taking in air.
- Exhalation is the process of expelling air.
- Diffusion is the movement of gases from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
Factors Affecting Breathing Rate
- Physical exercise increases breathing rate to deliver more oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.
- Fear or anger also increase breathing rate as the body prepares for action.
- Anemia causes a higher breathing rate to compensate for the lower oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.
- Age affects breathing rate, with children breathing faster than adults.
Disorders of the Respiratory System
- Asthma is a condition that causes airways to narrow, swell, and produce excess mucus, making breathing difficult.
- Lung cancer is caused by abnormal growth of lung cells and can be triggered by smoking, exposure to hazardous chemicals, or genetics.
Symptoms of Asthma
- Difficulty breathing accompanied by wheezing or hissing sounds.
- Chest pressure or pain.
- Shortness of breath.
- Excessive coughing, especially at night or in the morning.
Prevention of Asthma
- Avoid triggers and allergens, such as pollen and perfumes.
- Take medication as soon as early symptoms appear.
Symptoms of Lung Cancer
- Persistent coughing.
- Chest pain during breathing or coughing.
- Coughing up blood.
- Breathing difficulty.
- Heavy or scratchy voice.
Prevention of Lung Cancer
- Avoid substances that cause lung cancer, such as smoking, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and radiation.
- Early detection and treatment can improve survival rates.
The Respiratory System
- The respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide.
- This system enables the body to generate energy from food.
Breathing
- Breathing involves taking in air (inhalation) and expelling air (exhalation).
- Air enters the lungs through the nose, passing through the pharynx, trachea, and into the bronchi.
- The air then reaches the alveoli, tiny sacks in the lungs where gaseous exchange takes place.
Parts of the Respiratory System
- The nose contains hair and mucus to filter dust and microorganisms.
- The pharynx acts as a passageway for air from the nose to the trachea.
- The trachea is a tube extending from the pharynx to the lungs, branching into the right and left bronchi.
- The larynx, or voice box, sits at the top of the trachea and is involved in breathing, swallowing, and sound production.
Gaseous Exchange
- Oxygen from the inhaled air diffuses from the alveoli into the blood.
- Carbon dioxide from the blood diffuses into the alveoli to be exhaled.
Inhalation
- During inhalation, the diaphragm contracts and moves downwards.
- The muscles between the ribs contract, lifting the ribs upwards.
- These actions expand the chest volume, creating a vacuum that draws air into the lungs.
Exhalation
- During exhalation, the diaphragm relaxes and moves upwards.
- The muscles between the ribs relax, allowing the ribs to descend.
- These actions decrease the chest volume, pushing air out of the lungs.
Conditions Affecting the Respiratory System
- Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
- Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often caused by viral infections.
- Asthma is a chronic disease causing inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making breathing difficult.
- Lung cancer is a malignant tumor in the lungs, often caused by smoking and environmental factors.
- Emphysema is a chronic lung disease leading to shortness of breath and a persistent cough, usually related to smoking.
- Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection mainly affecting the lungs, caused by inhaling bacteria spread through the air.
Importance of Breathing Through the Nose
- Breathing through the nose over the mouth is preferable because the nose filters dust and microorganisms using mucus and hairs.
- The nose also warms and humidifies the air before it reaches the lungs.
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This quiz covers the essential functions of the respiratory system, including the processes of inhalation and exhalation, and the role of alveoli in gas exchange. It also addresses common disorders like asthma and lung cancer, outlining their impacts on breathing. Test your knowledge on how the respiratory system works and its importance for overall health.