Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · The gas exchange system

The gas exchange system — practice question

(a)[3]

Describe and explain how alveoli are structurally adapted for efficient gas exchange.

(b(i))[1]

State the cause of emphysema that occurs most often.

(b(ii))[2]

With reference to the changes shown in Fig. 5.1 and Fig. 5.2, state and explain how emphysema affects the alveoli and gas exchange.

(c)[3]

State three symptoms linked with emphysema.

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