Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Muscle(s)that is (are)important in inspiration
A)External respiration
B)Internal respiration
C)Diaphragm
D)Abdominal muscles
E)Oxyhemoglobin
F)Bicarbonate ion
G)Tidal volume
H)Vital capacity
I)Aortic bodies
J)Stretch receptors
K)Pulmonary ventilation
L)Dyspnea
M)Residual volume
N)Eupnea

Question

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The diaphragm is the most important muscle in inspiration.

Answer: K
 Pulmonary ventilation is the movement of air into and out of the lungs.

Answer: C and D
 In addition to the diaphragm, the abdominal muscles also play a role in inspiration.

Answer: G
 Tidal volume is the amount of air inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing.

Answer: H
 Vital capacity is the maximum amount of air that a person can inhale and exhale during forced breathing.

Answer: E
 Oxyhemoglobin is the form of hemoglobin that is bound to oxygen.

Answer: F
 Bicarbonate ion is the main form in which carbon dioxide is transported in the blood.

Answer: I
 Aortic bodies are located in the aortic arch and sense changes in oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.

Answer: J
 Stretch receptors in the lungs and airways sense changes in lung volume and help regulate breathing.

Answer: B
 Internal respiration is the exchange of gases between the blood and the body's tissues.

Answer: M
 Residual volume is the volume of air that remains in the lungs after maximal exhale.

Answer: L
 Dyspnea is difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.

Answer: N
 Eupnea is normal, unlabored breathing.

Match Each of the Terms with Its Definition or Description