SOC 17 - The Structure Of The Respitory System Flashcards
1
Q
The respitory system:
A
- gets oxygen into the body
- removes carbon dioxide from the body
2
Q
Inhaling
A
We breath in 20% oxygen and 0.4% carbon dioxide
3
Q
Exhaling
A
We breath out 16% oxygen and 4% carbon dioxide
4
Q
Vital capacity
A
The max amount of air that can pass into and out of the lungs by the most forceful inspiration and expiration
5
Q
Tidal volume
A
The amount of air inspired and expired with each breath
6
Q
Oxygen debt
A
The amount of oxygen needed at the end of a physical activity to break down any lactic acid.
