IB Biology: B3.1-Adaptations of the Lungs for Gas Exchange

IB Biology: B3.1-Adaptations of the Lungs for Gas Exchange

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Herbert Asiedu-Mante

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1.

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What are alveoli?

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Why do alveoli have a thin epithelial layer?

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3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What surrounds the alveoli to aid in gas exchange?

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4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Why are alveoli roughly spherical in shape?

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What covers the internal surface of the alveoli?

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of surfactant in the alveoli?

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which cells secrete surfactant?

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8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does surfactant aid in gas exchange?

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