SOC:17 Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What makes up the respiratory system
A
The nose, mouth, throat, voice box, windpipe, lungs and blood vessels
2
Q
Why do we need our respiratory system?
A
To get oxygen into the body
To remove carbon dioxide from the body
In sport or physical activity, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems must work closely together to keep the body supplied with oxygen
3
Q
Inhaled and exhaled air
A
Inspiration : breathing in
20% oxygen + 0.4% carbon dioxide
Exhalation : breathing out
16% oxygen + 4% carbon dioxide
