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How does the interaction of water molecules differ at the surface of a liquid compared to those in the bulk?
How does the interaction of water molecules differ at the surface of a liquid compared to those in the bulk?
- Surface molecules primarily interact with gas molecules, resulting in stronger bonds compared to bulk molecules.
- Surface molecules experience equal attractive forces in all directions, similar to bulk molecules.
- Surface molecules form weaker bonds with neighboring water molecules due to the absence of interactions with gas molecules.
- Surface molecules experience a net inward force due to stronger attraction to neighboring water molecules, creating surface tension. (correct)
Which of the following best describes surface tension in liquids?
Which of the following best describes surface tension in liquids?
- A repulsive force that repels liquid molecules away from each other at the air-liquid interface.
- A measure of the kinetic energy of liquid molecules at the liquid-solid interface.
- A phenomenon where liquid molecules randomly move at the air-liquid interface..
- A measure of the attractive forces acting to pull a liquid’s surface molecules together at an air-liquid interface. (correct)
What is the primary reason for the strong attractive forces among water molecules in the bulk of a liquid?
What is the primary reason for the strong attractive forces among water molecules in the bulk of a liquid?
- Water molecules in bulk interact in limited directions creating weak bonds.
- Water molecules in bulk can only interact with gas molecules, leading to increased attraction.
- Water molecules in bulk have a hydrophobic nature causing them to aggregate.
- Water molecules in bulk interact with each other in all directions due to their polarity, creating strong bonds. (correct)
How would increasing the temperature of a liquid typically affect its surface tension, and why?
How would increasing the temperature of a liquid typically affect its surface tension, and why?
Which scenario would likely result in the highest surface tension?
Which scenario would likely result in the highest surface tension?
A patient performs a maximal expiration after a normal expiration. Which lung volume are they primarily demonstrating?
A patient performs a maximal expiration after a normal expiration. Which lung volume are they primarily demonstrating?
Why is residual volume a crucial component of lung function?
Why is residual volume a crucial component of lung function?
Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating Vital Capacity (VC)?
Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating Vital Capacity (VC)?
Why can't Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) be measured using spirometry?
Why can't Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) be measured using spirometry?
A patient with a known expiratory reserve volume (ERV) and functional residual capacity (FRC) wants to determine their residual volume (RV). Which calculation should they perform?
A patient with a known expiratory reserve volume (ERV) and functional residual capacity (FRC) wants to determine their residual volume (RV). Which calculation should they perform?
Total Lung Capacity (TLC) consists of several lung volumes. If you know the Vital Capacity (VC) and Residual Volume (RV), how do you calculate TLC?
Total Lung Capacity (TLC) consists of several lung volumes. If you know the Vital Capacity (VC) and Residual Volume (RV), how do you calculate TLC?
What two lung volumes are added together to get Inspiratory Capacity (IC)?
What two lung volumes are added together to get Inspiratory Capacity (IC)?
If a patient has a tidal volume of 500 mL, what does this value represent?
If a patient has a tidal volume of 500 mL, what does this value represent?
How do changes in the sol layer primarily affect the mucociliary escalator function?
How do changes in the sol layer primarily affect the mucociliary escalator function?
In the context of the mucociliary escalator, what is the primary functional difference between the movement of cilia in the nasopharynx versus the trachea?
In the context of the mucociliary escalator, what is the primary functional difference between the movement of cilia in the nasopharynx versus the trachea?
How does the inhalation of silica dust lead to pulmonary fibrosis?
How does the inhalation of silica dust lead to pulmonary fibrosis?
What is the primary function of macrophages in the alveoli regarding particulate matter?
What is the primary function of macrophages in the alveoli regarding particulate matter?
How does smoking impair the function of the mucociliary escalator?
How does smoking impair the function of the mucociliary escalator?
How do lungs affected by pulmonary fibrosis differ functionally from healthy lungs?
How do lungs affected by pulmonary fibrosis differ functionally from healthy lungs?
What is the key measurement provided by spirometry?
What is the key measurement provided by spirometry?
How does the disintegration of macrophages due to indigestible particles like asbestos contribute to pulmonary fibrosis?
How does the disintegration of macrophages due to indigestible particles like asbestos contribute to pulmonary fibrosis?
What role do Type I alveolar cells play within the alveoli?
What role do Type I alveolar cells play within the alveoli?
How does surface tension affect the alveoli?
How does surface tension affect the alveoli?
Why does a saline-filled lung exhibit a steeper compliance curve compared to an air-filled lung?
Why does a saline-filled lung exhibit a steeper compliance curve compared to an air-filled lung?
What is the primary reason for the substantial surface tension on the alveolar surface?
What is the primary reason for the substantial surface tension on the alveolar surface?
How does surface tension influence the alveoli?
How does surface tension influence the alveoli?
According to Laplace's equation ($P = 2T/r$), how does the radius of an alveolus affect the pressure required to keep it open, assuming surface tension remains constant?
According to Laplace's equation ($P = 2T/r$), how does the radius of an alveolus affect the pressure required to keep it open, assuming surface tension remains constant?
In the lungs, alveoli of different sizes are interconnected. If the surface tension (T) is the same in two alveoli, one large and one small, what will happen?
In the lungs, alveoli of different sizes are interconnected. If the surface tension (T) is the same in two alveoli, one large and one small, what will happen?
In the context of alveolar surface tension, what does Laplace's equation ($P = 2T/r$) help to explain?
In the context of alveolar surface tension, what does Laplace's equation ($P = 2T/r$) help to explain?
How does humidification of air affect alveolar surface tension?
How does humidification of air affect alveolar surface tension?
What is the outcome of the pressure difference between smaller and larger alveoli when they are connected?
What is the outcome of the pressure difference between smaller and larger alveoli when they are connected?
What is the primary reason the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) decreases as air moves from the atmosphere to the alveoli?
What is the primary reason the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) decreases as air moves from the atmosphere to the alveoli?
How does increased alveolar ventilation affect alveolar PO2 and PCO2?
How does increased alveolar ventilation affect alveolar PO2 and PCO2?
How does a change in metabolic rate, such as during exercise, affect the PO2 in the mixed venous blood and, consequently, the alveolar PO2?
How does a change in metabolic rate, such as during exercise, affect the PO2 in the mixed venous blood and, consequently, the alveolar PO2?
Altitude affects the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2). Which statement accurately describes this effect?
Altitude affects the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2). Which statement accurately describes this effect?
If alveolar ventilation decreases, what is the expected effect on alveolar PCO2?
If alveolar ventilation decreases, what is the expected effect on alveolar PCO2?
How does a change in cardiac output (lung perfusion) influence alveolar PO2?
How does a change in cardiac output (lung perfusion) influence alveolar PO2?
Which factor does NOT directly determine the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) in the alveoli?
Which factor does NOT directly determine the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) in the alveoli?
Why is the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PCO2) in the alveoli much higher than the PCO2 in the atmosphere?
Why is the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PCO2) in the alveoli much higher than the PCO2 in the atmosphere?
During strenuous exercise, both alveolar ventilation and metabolic rate increase significantly. How do these changes interact to affect alveolar PO2 and PCO2?
During strenuous exercise, both alveolar ventilation and metabolic rate increase significantly. How do these changes interact to affect alveolar PO2 and PCO2?
A patient has a condition that reduces their alveolar ventilation by 50%. Assuming their metabolic rate remains constant, what would be the expected change in their alveolar PCO2 relative to normal?
A patient has a condition that reduces their alveolar ventilation by 50%. Assuming their metabolic rate remains constant, what would be the expected change in their alveolar PCO2 relative to normal?
In a healthy individual, where is the resistance to airflow the lowest?
In a healthy individual, where is the resistance to airflow the lowest?
Which airflow pattern is characterized by gas particles moving in a linear fashion and requires relatively little energy to overcome resistance?
Which airflow pattern is characterized by gas particles moving in a linear fashion and requires relatively little energy to overcome resistance?
According to Poiseuille’s law, how does halving the radius of an airway affect resistance to airflow, assuming laminar flow?
According to Poiseuille’s law, how does halving the radius of an airway affect resistance to airflow, assuming laminar flow?
Which condition is characterized by a high lung compliance, leading to 'floppy lungs' with reduced surface area for gas exchange?
Which condition is characterized by a high lung compliance, leading to 'floppy lungs' with reduced surface area for gas exchange?
What is the primary reason dynamic compliance is usually less than or equal to static compliance?
What is the primary reason dynamic compliance is usually less than or equal to static compliance?
In the context of the pressure-volume relationship in the lungs, what does the flat section of the inflation curve at the beginning of inflation represent?
In the context of the pressure-volume relationship in the lungs, what does the flat section of the inflation curve at the beginning of inflation represent?
What contributes to the hysteresis observed in the pressure-volume curve of the lungs?
What contributes to the hysteresis observed in the pressure-volume curve of the lungs?
What property of elastin allows the lung to have high extensible properties?
What property of elastin allows the lung to have high extensible properties?
Which of the following conditions is associated with an accumulation of collagen in the lungs, leading to decreased lung compliance?
Which of the following conditions is associated with an accumulation of collagen in the lungs, leading to decreased lung compliance?
How does alveolar surface tension affect lung compliance?
How does alveolar surface tension affect lung compliance?
In which of the following scenarios would the resistance to airflow be most sensitive to changes in airway radius?
In which of the following scenarios would the resistance to airflow be most sensitive to changes in airway radius?
What is the effect of edema in the small airways on respiratory resistance?
What is the effect of edema in the small airways on respiratory resistance?
How does mucus accumulation in the bronchioles typically affect alveolar space and subsequent airflow?
How does mucus accumulation in the bronchioles typically affect alveolar space and subsequent airflow?
What is the consequence of degeneration or reduction in both elastin and collagen in the lungs with aging?
What is the consequence of degeneration or reduction in both elastin and collagen in the lungs with aging?
What would cause an increase in resistance of the small airways?
What would cause an increase in resistance of the small airways?
Flashcards
Cilia Movement
Cilia Movement
Cilia move mucus in one direction to eliminate it.
Muco-Ciliary Escalator
Muco-Ciliary Escalator
Process of moving mucus and trapped particles out of respiratory tract.
Smoking Effects
Smoking Effects
Reduces cilia activity and increases mucus-producing cells.
Macrophages in Alveoli
Macrophages in Alveoli
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Silica Dust Impact
Silica Dust Impact
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Pulmonary Fibrosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Spirometry
Spirometry
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Lung Volumes and Capacities
Lung Volumes and Capacities
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Tidal volume
Tidal volume
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Expiratory reserve volume
Expiratory reserve volume
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Inspiratory reserve volume
Inspiratory reserve volume
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Residual volume
Residual volume
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Vital capacity
Vital capacity
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Inspiratory capacity
Inspiratory capacity
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Functional Residual Capacity
Functional Residual Capacity
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Total Lung Capacity
Total Lung Capacity
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Molecular Interaction
Molecular Interaction
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Surface Molecule Behavior
Surface Molecule Behavior
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Surface Tension
Surface Tension
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Air-Liquid Interface
Air-Liquid Interface
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Role in Lungs
Role in Lungs
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Alveolar Gas Exchange
Alveolar Gas Exchange
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Partial Pressure of Oxygen (PO2)
Partial Pressure of Oxygen (PO2)
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Alveolar Ventilation
Alveolar Ventilation
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Metabolic Rate
Metabolic Rate
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Lung Perfusion
Lung Perfusion
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Alveolar PCO2
Alveolar PCO2
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Atmospheric Pressure Effects
Atmospheric Pressure Effects
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Mixing of Air
Mixing of Air
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Difference in Pressure Gradient
Difference in Pressure Gradient
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Type I Alveolar Cells
Type I Alveolar Cells
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Laplace's Equation
Laplace's Equation
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Alveolar Collapse
Alveolar Collapse
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Effect of Saline on Compliance
Effect of Saline on Compliance
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Inward Recoil
Inward Recoil
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Pressure Differences in Alveoli
Pressure Differences in Alveoli
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Air Humidification
Air Humidification
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Surfactant Role
Surfactant Role
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Hysteresis in Lung Compliance
Hysteresis in Lung Compliance
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Airway Resistance
Airway Resistance
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Laminar Flow
Laminar Flow
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Turbulent Flow
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Transitional Flow
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Poiseuille’s Law
Poiseuille’s Law
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Small Airways Resistance
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Dynamic Compliance
Dynamic Compliance
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Static Compliance
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Hysteresis
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Influence of Collagen
Influence of Collagen
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Effects of Emphysema
Effects of Emphysema
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Effect of Surface Tension
Effect of Surface Tension
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Lung Volume vs. Transpulmonary Pressure
Lung Volume vs. Transpulmonary Pressure
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Airway Constriction
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Pathological Resistance Changes
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Study Notes
Respiratory Physiology
- Respiratory physiology studies how oxygen enters the lungs, then tissues, and how carbon dioxide is eliminated.
- The respiratory system's functions include:
- Gas exchange (O2 and CO2)
- Protection against microbes and toxins
- Regulating blood pH
- Phonation (speech)
- Olfaction (smell)
- Blood reservoir for gas exchange
- The respiratory system is organized into conducting and respiratory zones.
- Upper airways: nasal and oral cavities, pharynx, larynx, trachea. These warm, humidify, and filter inhaled air.
- Trachea and primary bronchi have a C-shaped cartilage ring for structure and flexibility.
- Bronchi and bronchioles progressively decrease in diameter, losing cartilage and gaining smooth muscle.
- Terminal bronchioles are the last part of the conducting zone, leading to the respiratory zone.
- Respiratory zone: alveolar sacs, ducts, and bronchioles. This is where gas exchange occurs.
- Alveoli: tiny air sacs. They are surrounded by a dense network of capillaries
- There are several types of alveolar cells (Type I and Type II cells). Type I cells are exceedingly thin for efficient gas exchange. Type II cells produce surfactant to lower surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse.
- Changes in cross-sectional area of airways occur through successive branching, decreasing diameter but increasing total area. Anatomical dead space is the volume of conducting airways where gas exchange does not occur (approximately 150ml)
Alveoli
- Tiny, thin-walled sacs in the lungs.
- Very important for respiration
- Highly vascularized
- Blood volume in capillaries varies with metabolic demand
- 500M alveoli in human lungs
- 0.5mm in diameter, increasing their surface area
- Netting of capillaries that continuously contact the alveolar surface
- 280B billion capillaries in lungs (at rest/ 200ml during exercise)
Steps of Respiration
- Ventilation (movement of gas): This process is independent of gas composition and relies on pressure differences to move air.
- Gas exchange within the alveoli (diffusion): Oxygen and carbon dioxide move from an area of high pressure to one of low pressure.
- Transport in blood (bulk flow): O2 and CO2 are circulated via the cardiovascular system.
- Gas exchange between the blood and tissues (diffusion): The pressure difference between the blood and tissues drives this process.
- Cellular utilization (cellular respiration): Cells use O2 in metabolic processes and produce CO2 as a byproduct.
Respiratory Muscles
- 3 Categories: Pump, Airway, Accessory Muscles
- Pump Muscles:
- Diaphragm: Dome-shaped muscle responsible for expanding the chest cavity.
- External intercostals: Assist in expanding the thoracic cavity.
- Airway Muscles: Located in the upper airways, open the airways.
- Accessory Muscles: Involved in forceful/deeper breathing (e.g during exercise)
- Sternomastoid and scalenes elevate ribs;
- Abdominal muscles push rib cage down
Resistance to Air Flow
- Airway resistance, while present, tends to be low overall.
- Several factors contribute to resistance, more in small airways:
- Inertia of the respiratory system
- Friction between the alveoli.
- Friction between the lung and chest wall.
- Air flow resistance is affected by the size and condition of the airways.
Lung Compliance
- Lung compliance measures the elasticity of the lungs; how easily they expand/contract
- There are static and dynamic forms of lung compliance.
- Static compliance is a measure of the elastic properties of the lungs (when there is no gas flow).
- A high compliance means the lungs expand and contract easily, which is useful but at relatively reduced pressure gradients.
- Low compliance means the lungs are stiff and inflexible; more pressure is needed to make the lungs expand.
- Surface tension and elasticity contribute to lung compliance (in opposition), along with the way the respiratory airways are arranged.
Gas Exchange and Pulmonary Circulation
- Gas exchange occurs across the respiratory membrane between alveoli and capillary beds. The pressure gradient dictates the direction.
- Increase in ventilation leads to higher PO2 and lower PCO2 in alveoli.
- Increased Perfusion causes greater venous blood mixing making the PO2 lower.
- Ventilation Perfusion matching:
- Local conditions in each part of the gas exchange system determine the amount of gas exchanged.
- Factors such as constriction or dilation of the blood vessels or airways (in relation to O2 levels) keep ventilation and blood flow balanced.
Transport of Oxygen in Blood
- Oxygen transport in blood occurs through two forms:
- Dissolved in plasma (a small portion)
- Bound to hemoglobin in red blood cells (a larger portion)
- Hemoglobin has a higher affinity for oxygen in high PO2 conditions (e.g in the lungs) but releases oxygen more readily in low PO2 conditions (e.g peripheral tissues).
Transport of Carbon Dioxide in Blood
- Carbon dioxide is transported in several forms in blood:
- Dissolved in plasma.
- Bound to hemoglobin in red blood cells.
- As bicarbonate ions (HCO3-). This form is crucial, as CO2 reacts with water to form carbonic acid, which dissociates into HCO3- and H+. A chloride shift moves chloride ions into the red blood cells to maintain electrical balance.
Neural Control of Breathing
- The nervous system controls breathing through networks of neurons in the brain stem, mainly the medulla oblongata.
- Inputs from chemoreceptors (sensitive to chemicals in the blood) and mechanoreceptors (from the lungs and chest) regulate the rhythm and rate of breathing.
- Respiratory rate can be altered according to metabolic activity, and to other factors.
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