Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Gas exchange in humans

Gas exchange in humans — practice question

Fig. 1.1 illustrates the human gas exchange system, and Table 1.1 lists the functions of the parts of that system.
(a)[6]

Complete Table 1.1. One row has already been completed for you.

(b)[2]

The gas exchange system includes cartilage. Describe the function of cartilage in the gas exchange system.

(c(i))[1]

Name the process inside cells that produces carbon dioxide.

(c(ii))[1]

State the effect on breathing of an increase in carbon dioxide concentration in the blood.

(c(iii))[3]

Explain how this effect on breathing is coordinated.

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