SOC 17 : THE STRUCTURE OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM Flashcards
1
Q
WHAT MAKES UP THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
A
The lungs, the nose, the mouth, the throat, the windpipes, the vessels
2
Q
Why do we need the respiratory system
A
- To get oxygen into the body.
- To remove carbon dioxide from the
body. - In sport or physical activity, the respiratory and
cardiovascular systems must work closely
together to keep the body supplied with oxygen.
3
Q
WHAT IS VITAL CAPACITY
A
The greatest amount of air that can be pass into and out of the lungs by the most forceful inspiration and expiration
4
Q
WHAT IS OXYGEN DEBT
A
The amount of oxygen needed at the end of a physical acivity to break down any lactic acid in aerobic exercises
5
Q
HOW IS OXYGEN DEBT REPAID
A
Oxygen debt is repaid through deep, gasping breathes at the end of an activity as it enables lots of oyxgen as possible to be taken into the respiratory system while eliminating carbon dioxide
6
Q
WHAT IS VO2 MAX
A
The volume of oxygen an athlete can consume while exercising at maximum capacity
