Gas Exchange in the Alveoli
Students will investigate how oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged between the alveoli and blood.
Key Questions
- How does the structure of the alveoli maximize the rate of gas exchange?
- Explain the partial pressure gradients that drive gas exchange.
- Analyze the consequences of reduced alveolar surface area on oxygen uptake.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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