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6.4 Gas Exchange
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DP IB Biology (06 Human Physiology) Mind Map on 6.4 Gas Exchange, created by Steve Harton on 03/06/2014.
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6.4 Gas Exchange
NATURE OF SCIENCE
Obtain evidence for theories
Epidemiological studies have contributed to our understanding of the causes of lung cancer
Ventilation
Gas exchange
Cell respiration
Trachea + bronchi + bronchioles
Alveoli
Cells
Type I cells
Thin alveolar cells that are adapted to carry out gas exchange
Type II cells
Secrete a solution containing surfactant
Prevent the sides of the alveolus adhering to each other
By reducing surface tension
Draw a diagram to show the structure of an alveolus and and adjacent capillary
Antagonistic muscle action
Diaphragm
Pressure changes inside the thorax that force air in and out of the lungs
External + Internal Intercostal muscles
Abdominal muscles
Monitoring of ventilation in humans at rest and after mild and vigorous exercise
Spirometer + LoggerPro
Ventilation rate
Tidal volume
Diseases
Aim 8
Causes and social consequences
Lung cancer
Emphysema
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