Altered Breathing (via pCO2) & Breathing Imbalances

The video explains how exercise affects breathing, emphasizing the role of carbon dioxide (CO2) in regulating respiratory rate and depth. It describes the body's automatic response to increased CO2 levels, highlighting the role of central and peripheral chemoreceptors in the brainstem and blood. The video also covers abnormal breathing conditions like hyperventilation and hypoventilation, explaining their causes and effects on the body.

What is the significance of the carbonic acid-bicarbonate buffering system?

How does the body respond to elevated hydrogen ion levels?

What physiological changes occur during hyperventilation?

What are some causes of hypoventilation?