AP Biology Respiratory System

Study Guide

1. Name the anatomic structures associated with the respiratory system. Classify these structures as to whether they belong to the conducting zone or the respiratory zone.

2. Describe how the lungs are protected from particulate matter and bacteria that are inspired.

3. Name the two kinds of cells that constitute the alveolar epithelium.

4. Name the structures and spaces that comprise the "respiratory membrane".

5. Understand the concept of elastic recoil of the lungs and the relation of this elastic recoil to the compliance of the lung.

6. Understand the concept of the partial pressures of gases in a gas mixture.

7. What is the physical significance of the "percent saturation" of hemoglobin?

8. List the three forms in which CO2 is carried in the blood.

9. Describe how the rhythmic activity of breathing is established.

10. Describe how ventilation is controlled during moderate exercise.