Which of the following changes will increase the body's rate of carbon dioxide excretion into the alveoli? (A) holding the breath (B) the breakdown of alveolar tissue as a result of disease (C) a decrease in the partial pressure of carbon dioxide in the alveolar air (D) a decrease in the pulmonary circulation
Added by Sergio O.
Step 1
- Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is a waste product of cellular respiration. - It is transported in the blood from the tissues to the lungs. - In the lungs, CO₂ diffuses from the blood into the alveoli and is then exhaled. Show more…
Show all steps
Your feedback will help us improve your experience
Liliane Martins and 65 other Biology educators are ready to help you.
Ask a new question
Labs
Want to see this concept in action?
Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.
Key Concepts
Recommended Videos
As cellular respiration increases, the partial pressure of carbon dioxide in the body will ____________, if no compensatory action is taken. A. increase B. Decrease C. Stay the same D. Be dependent on oxygen levels
Andrew M.
Which of the following will NOT facilitate the transfer of oxygen to tissues? a. decreased body temperature b. decreased pH of the blood c. increased carbon dioxide d. increased exercise
Recommended Textbooks
Biology for AP Courses
Objective Biology for NEET
Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry
Transcript
18,000,000+
Students on Numerade
Trusted by students at 8,000+ universities
Watch the video solution with this free unlock.
EMAIL
PASSWORD