Function of the Respiratory System

Structures of the Respiratory system

Coverings of the Lungs

Mechanics of Ventilation

Volume - Pressure relationship

Mechanics of Ventilation

Inspiration. A

Inspiration. B

Expiration. A

Expiration. B

Forced Expiration

Intrapleural Pressure

Respiratory Membrane

Gas Exchange - External Respiration. A

Gas Exchange - External Respiration. B

Gas Exchange - External Respiration Chem

Gas Exchange – Internal Respiration

Gas Transport in the Blood

Gas Transport in the Blood

Factors Controlling Ventilation
Chemical factors. A
Neural centers that control rate and depth are located in the medulla (part of brainstem)

Factors Controlling Ventilation
Chemical factors. B

Factors Controlling Ventilation
Chemical factors. C

Factors Controlling Ventilation

Other Factors Influencing Ventilation Rate and Depth