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Gas exchange in humans — practice question

A group of students measured breathing rates while doing different activities. The class’s average breathing rates were then worked out. Student A compared her own breathing rates with the class averages. Fig. 2.1 shows the results.
(a(i))[2]

Compare Student A’s results with the class averages.

(a(ii))[2]

Calculate the percentage increase in breathing rate from resting to running for student A. Give your answer to the nearest whole number.

(b)[2]

State two ways in which inspired air and expired air differ in composition.

(c)[3]

Fig. 2.2 is a diagram of the human gas exchange system. Complete Fig. 2.2 by adding these labels in the spaces provided: alveoli, bronchus, bronchiole, diaphragm, trachea.

(d)[2]

A large surface area is a feature of gas exchange surfaces. State two other features of gas exchange surfaces.

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