Complete Table 3.1 by filling in the percentages of carbon dioxide and oxygen in inspired air and expired air.
Suggest a reason for this observation.
Explain how capillary structure is linked to its function.
State the name of the component of blood that transports oxygen.
State the name of the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart towards the capillaries in the lungs.
State the position and function of cartilage in the breathing system.
Using the information in Fig. 3.2, calculate the breathing rate at rest.
Using the information in Fig. 3.3, calculate the volume of air inspired in one breath at 25 seconds.
Explain how exercise affects the rate and depth of breathing in Fig. 3.2 and Fig. 3.3.