Exam (elaborations)
Bio 253 Exam 3 hondros Latest Update Questions and 100% Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+
- Course
- Institution
Bio 253 Exam 3 hondros Latest Update Questions and 100% Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+
[Show more]
Content preview
Bio 253 Exam 3 hondros Latest Update 2024-2025 100 Questions and 100% Verified Correct
Answers Guaranteed A+
_____ law states that the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Boyle's
A common condition characterized by acute inflammation of the tracheobronchial tree is
- CORRECT ANSWER: acute bronchitis. Correct
A right shift of the oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve due to increased partial
pressure of carbon dioxide is also known as - CORRECT ANSWER: the Bohr effect.
Correct
According to the law of partial pressures, the partial pressure of gas in a mixture of
gases is - CORRECT ANSWER: directly related to the concentration of that gas in the
mixture and to the total pressure of the mixture. Correct
An increase in carbon dioxide in the blood causes - CORRECT ANSWER: a drop in pH
in the blood. Correct
An inflammation of the lower respiratory tract that involves the airways of the lungs is
called - CORRECT ANSWER: pneumonia. Correct
An obstructive lung disorder that is characterized by recurring spasms of the smooth
muscles in the wall of the bronchial air passages is - CORRECT ANSWER: asthma.
Correct
During inspiration, as the size of the thorax increases, the - CORRECT ANSWER:
intrapleural and alveolar pressures decrease. Correct
, During respiration, the thorax - CORRECT ANSWER: becomes larger when the chest is
raised. Correct
During the respiratory cycle, intrapleural pressure is always less than alveolar pressure.
This difference is called - CORRECT ANSWER: transpulmonary pressure. Correct
Gas exchange occurs only in the - CORRECT ANSWER: alveoli
Hyperpnea means a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER: increase in breathing. Correct
If you were to trace the movement of air through the nose into the pharynx, it would
pass through the following structures in which order? - CORRECT ANSWER: anterior
nares, vestibule, meatus, and posterior nares Correct
In what form does oxygen travel in the blood? - CORRECT ANSWER: dissolved oxygen
in the plasma
associated with hemoglobin
More than two-thirds of the carbon dioxide carried by blood is carried in the form of -
CORRECT ANSWER: bicarbonate ions. Correct
Oxygen enters blood from alveolar air because the partial pressure of alveolar air is -
CORRECT ANSWER: greater than the partial pressure of incoming blood. Correct
Pressure gradients are established by changes in the - CORRECT ANSWER: thoracic
cavity. Correct
The _____ of each lung lies against the ribs and is rounded to match the contours of the
thoracic cavity. - CORRECT ANSWER: costal surface Correct
The _____ represents the largest volume of air an individual can move in and out of the
lungs. - CORRECT ANSWER: vital capacity Correct
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Tutordiligent. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $20.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
73314 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now