Structure and function of the cardio respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
Which system works together
A
Cardio vascular and respiratory
2
Q
Gaseous exchange
A
Mouth/ nose
Trachea
bronchi
Bronchioles
alveoli
3
Q
Cardio repsiratory main functions
A
Enable the body to breathe
Pump blood and oxygen around the body
4
Q
Features of the alveoli
A
One cell thick
large SA
large network of capillaries
moist surface
5
Q
during exercise
A
will work harder increase HR and BR
6
Q
Explain the process
A
Oygen binds to the haemoglobin in the red blood cells to form oxyhaemoglobin whilst the CO2 diffuses out through the capillaries