Soc 17 Flashcards
1
Q
What is respiration?
A
The movement of air from outside the body into the cells within the tissues.
2
Q
What is the diaphragm
A
The primary muscle used in the process od inspiration
3
Q
What is the definition of vital capacity
A
The greatest amount of air that can pass into and out of the lung by the most forceful inspiration and expiration
4
Q
What is tidal volume
A
The amount of air inspired and expired with each normal breath at rest or during exercise
5
Q
Explain what oxygen debt is and how it can be repayed
A
Oxygen debt is the oxygen required to flush out all of the lactic acid after or during a physical activity, you can repay this debt through deep gasping breaths, or slowing down in the activity you’re doing