Class two Flashcards
1
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Henrys Law
A
Gases diffuse (move) from high pressure areas to low pressure areas.
Often called a pressure gradient
Pressure gradient is a force (p) that acts in a direction from higher toward lower pressure.
2
Q
How does oxygen get into the blood stream?
A
Inhale
Pressure of oxygen in alveoli is greater than pressure, the pressure of the oxygen in the blood entering pulmonary capillaries
Oxygen leaves the alveoli and enters the blood stream to be circulated and supply tissues with oxygen
3
Q
How carbon dioxide leaves the blood stream?
A
Pressure of carbon dioxide in blood stream is greater than the pressure of carbon dioxide in the alveoli
So, carbon dioxide enters the alveoli and we exhale
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