Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Gas exchange in humans

Gas exchange in humans — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Complete Table 3.1 by filling in the percentages of carbon dioxide and oxygen in inspired air and expired air.

(a(ii))[1]

Suggest a reason for this observation.

(b(i))[3]

Explain how capillary structure is linked to its function.

(b(ii))[1]

State the name of the component of blood that transports oxygen.

(b(iii))[1]

State the name of the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart towards the capillaries in the lungs.

(b(iv))[2]

State the position and function of cartilage in the breathing system.

(c(i))[1]

Using the information in Fig. 3.2, calculate the breathing rate at rest.

(c(ii))[1]

Using the information in Fig. 3.3, calculate the volume of air inspired in one breath at 25 seconds.

(c(iii))[4]

Explain how exercise affects the rate and depth of breathing in Fig. 3.2 and Fig. 3.3.

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