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Human Body Systems (AS 2)

Quick questions on The respiratory system: ventilation, gas exchange and spirometry - CCEA Life and Health Sciences

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Explain how contraction of the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles causes air to enter the lungs. [3 marks]
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State two ways smoking reduces the efficiency of gas exchange. [2 marks]
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Define vital capacity. [1 mark]

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