Biology Flashcards
1
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What are the components of air
A
21% Oxygen, 78% Nitrogen, 1% Argon, 0.05% Carbon dioxide
2
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What is the equation for respiration?
A
Glucose + Oxygen= Carbon Dioxide + Water
(+Energy or ATP)
3
Q
What is the Trachea?
A
Tubes with incomplete rings of cartilage. Carries air to lungs. Lined with cells producing mucus and cells (cilia) to move it away
4
Q
What is the Bronchi?
A
Carries air to lungs
5
Q
What is the Alveoli?
A
Tiny air sacs adapted for gas exchange
6
Q
What is Nicotine?
A
Clogs arteries, Constricts blood vessels, Addictive
7
Q
Dust/Soot particles
A
Increasing the amount of mucus produced by stimulating goblet cells
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