IB SEHS Topic 2.1-2.2 - Exercise Physiology

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Vital capacity

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Total lung capacity - residual volume

Front

Principal structures of ventilatory systems

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Nose, trachea, bronchioles, alveoli

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Tidal volume

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Volume of air breathed in and out in a normal breath.

Front

Residual volume

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Volume of air still in the lungs after maximal exhalation.

Front

Principal structure of the ventilatory system:

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trachea

Front

Inspiratory reserve volume

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Additional inspired air above tidal volume.

Front

Pulmonary ventilation

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Inflow and outflow of air between the atmosphere and the lungs

Front

Structure that moistens air in the ventilatory system

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Nose

Front

Diaphragm & External Intercostal Muscles during exhalation

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Relax

Front

Feedback mechanisms in chemical control of ventilation during exercise:

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Increases in blood acidity levels