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Explain how alveoli are adapted for the exchange of gases.

Important Questions on Gas Exchange

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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Name the cells P and R.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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Name the structures S, T, U and W.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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Why cell P contains many of the structures labelled as T.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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Explain the role of structure U in cell R.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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The magnification is diagram is ×750.

Write the formula that you will use to calculate the actual length of cell P.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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The magnification is a diagram is ×750.

Use a formula to calculate the actual length of cell P.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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The magnification is a diagram is ×750.

Use a formula to calculate the actual length of cell P. Give your answer to the nearest micrometre.

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The diagram shows two cells from the lining of the trachea.

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Describe the role of cell P and Cell R in the gas exchange system.