Physiology Of Respiratory System: B

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1. What is apnea?

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Apnea is specifically related to a disruption in breathing patterns during sleep, not to heart conditions, skin disorders, or autoimmune diseases.

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Physiology Of Respiratory System: B - Quiz

Welcome to the science electronic classroom for Human Anatomy and Physiology. You are being introduced to respiratory physiology Part B -- is defined as the transport of... see moreoxygen from the outside air to the cells within tissues, and the transport of carbon dioxide in the opposite direction. There are additional learning resources on my website: Mitchell's Cosmic Adventure. see less

2. What is Carbon Monoxide (CO)?

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Carbon Monoxide is a dangerous gas that is often emitted from incomplete combustion of carbon-based fuels. It is important to have detectors in place to warn of its presence as it is difficult to detect without specialized equipment.

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3. What are carbamino compounds?

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Carbamino compounds specifically refer to compounds formed by the addition of CO2 with a free amino group in an amino acid or a protein, such as the formation of carbaminohemoglobin in hemoglobin.

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4. What is the Rate Law in a chemical reaction?

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The correct answer defines the Rate Law as the equation relating the reaction rate, reactant concentrations, and constants in a chemical reaction. The other options present inaccurate descriptions of the Rate Law.

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5. What is Fetal Hemoglobin?

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Fetal Hemoglobin, also known as hemoglobin F, is the main oxygen transport protein in the human fetus during development and persists in newborns for a period of time. This unique type of hemoglobin plays a crucial role in fetal oxygenation before switching to adult hemoglobin after birth.

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6. What is myoglobin?

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Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissue that binds iron and oxygen, crucial for oxygen storage and release in muscles.

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7. What is the Diving Reflex?

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The Diving Reflex is the body's automatic response to being submerged in cold water, involving the conservation of energy for survival purposes.

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8. What initiates the Cough Reflex?

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The cough reflex is primarily initiated by the activation of pulmonary irritant receptors, not related to blood flow, mucus production, or adrenal gland activity.

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9. What is the sneeze reflex?

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The sneeze reflex is specifically triggered by irritation to the nasal mucosa, leading to the expulsion of air to remove foreign particles.

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10. What is ACHOO Syndrome?

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ACHOO Syndrome, also known as Autosomal Dominant Compelling Helioopthalmic Outburst Syndrome, is a genetic phenomenon characterized by excessive sneezing when exposed to bright light. The incorrect answers provided are not associated with this specific syndrome.

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11. What is the Pneumotaxic Center?

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The Pneumotaxic Center, also known as the pontine respiratory group (PRG), is specifically located in the rostral dorsal lateral pons and plays a crucial role in regulating the depth and rate of breathing.

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12. What is the function of the Inspiratory Center?

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The function of the Inspiratory Center specifically relates to the regularity of breathing and is located in the medulla oblongata, responsible for coordinating the breathing process. The other provided options do not accurately describe the function of the Inspiratory Center.

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13. What is the Expiratory Center?

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The Expiratory Center is specifically related to the medulla oblongata and its function in controlling expiration.

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14. What is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?

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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects the lungs. It is important to recognize the symptoms and seek prompt medical attention for proper management.

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15. What is Byssinosis?

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Byssinosis is specifically related to occupational lung disease in industries such as cotton processing, hemp, or flax industries, and is not related to skin conditions, genetic disorders, or food poisoning.

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16. What is Coccidioidomycosis commonly referred to as?

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Coccidioidomycosis is commonly known as 'valley fever' due to its prevalence in areas such as the southwestern United States, northern Mexico, and parts of Central and South America.

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17. What is Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)?

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Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is caused by a group of rodent-borne viruses and can infect both rodents and humans, with rodents not showing symptoms.

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18. What is mesothelioma?

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Mesothelioma is a specific type of cancer that affects the lining of the lungs and chest cavity, typically caused by exposure to asbestos. It manifests as breathing difficulties, chest pain, and fever due to its growth along these surfaces.

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19. What is Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)?

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Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare genetic condition that affects the function of cilia, leading to various respiratory and fertility issues, as well as potential situs inversus where organs are flipped. It is not related to skin disorders, autoimmune diseases, or neurological conditions as mentioned in the incorrect answers.

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20. What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a tragic occurrence where an apparently healthy baby dies unexpectedly, typically during sleep, with no clear cause of death found after investigation. It is not attributed to genetic disorders, vaccinations, or contagious diseases.

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21. What is an Ideal Gas?

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An ideal gas is a theoretical gas composed of a set of randomly moving point particles that do not interact except upon collision, and its behavior is described by the ideal gas law. It serves as a simplified model to understand the behavior of real gases.

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22. What does Boyle's Gas Law state?

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Boyle's Gas Law specifically describes an inverse relationship between the pressure and volume of a gas when the temperature is constant. This means that as the pressure increases, the volume decreases and vice versa. The incorrect answers provided offer alternative statements that do not accurately reflect Boyle's Gas Law.

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23. What does Charles' Gas Law describe?

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Charles' Gas Law specifically pertains to the relationship between volume and temperature in gases, showing that as temperature increases, the volume of a gas also increases.

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24. What does Dalton's Gas Law state?

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Dalton's Gas Law explains the behavior of gases in a mixture and how their pressures contribute to the total pressure.

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25. What does Henry's Gas Law state?

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Henry's Gas Law specifically deals with the solubility of gases in liquids, not the total pressure of gas mixtures, volume-pressure relationships, or pressure-temperature relationships, which are covered by Dalton's Law, Boyle's Law, and Gay-Lussac's Law respectively.

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26. What is the relationship between gas's solubility and temperature?

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The solubility of gases typically decreases as temperature increases due to the increase in kinetic energy, which leads to a decrease in solubility.

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27. What happens during quiet expiration?

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Quiet expiration is a passive process where the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles relax, allowing the elastic lungs and thoracic wall to recoil inward. This action causes the volume of the thoracic cavity to decrease, leading to the expulsion of air from the lungs.

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28. What happens to intrapleural pressure?

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Intrapleural pressure becoming less negative is crucial for the process of exhalation, where the lungs passively recoil due to decreased transpulmonary pressure. This is a key component of normal respiratory function.

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29. What is compliance?

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In this context, compliance refers to the ability of the lungs and thorax to stretch, allowing for normal respiration.

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30. What is dyspnea?

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Dyspnea specifically refers to the sensation of difficult or labored breathing, typically due to respiratory issues. It is different from coughing, chest pain, or fever.

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What is apnea?
What is Carbon Monoxide (CO)?
What are carbamino compounds?
What is the Rate Law in a chemical reaction?
What is Fetal Hemoglobin?
What is myoglobin?
What is the Diving Reflex?
What initiates the Cough Reflex?
What is the sneeze reflex?
What is ACHOO Syndrome?
What is the Pneumotaxic Center?
What is the function of the Inspiratory Center?
What is the Expiratory Center?
What is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?
What is Byssinosis?
What is Coccidioidomycosis commonly referred to as?
What is Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)?
What is mesothelioma?
What is Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)?
What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
What is an Ideal Gas?
What does Boyle's Gas Law state?
What does Charles' Gas Law describe?
What does Dalton's Gas Law state?
What does Henry's Gas Law state?
What is the relationship between gas's solubility and temperature?
What happens during quiet expiration?
What happens to intrapleural pressure?
What is compliance?
What is dyspnea?
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