Respiratory System Flashcards
1
Q
How does solubility of oxygen change with temperature?
A
Solubility of oxygen decreases as temperature increases
2
Q
What is the pleural sac?
A
A fluid-filled sac that surrounds the lungs; the fluid lubricates breathing movements
3
Q
What is Boyles law?
A
P1V1=P2V2
4
Q
The ficks law
A
Rate of diffusion (Q)= (P1-P2)Areadiffusion coefficient/diffusion distance
Q=(P1-P2)AD/Δx