Textbook Question
Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
c. The inspiratory capacity is equal to the vital capacity plus the tidal volume.
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Ch. 21 The Respiratory System
Chapter 21, Problem 21.12a
Henry's law states that the degree to which a gas dissolves in a liquid is determined by its:
a. partial pressure.
b. solubility.
c. surface tension.
d. Both a and b are correct.
e. All of the above are correct.
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Identify the key concept: Henry's law, which relates to the solubility of gases in liquids.
Understand that Henry's law states that the amount of gas that dissolves in a liquid is proportional to the partial pressure of the gas above the liquid.
Recognize that solubility is also a factor in determining how much gas can dissolve in a liquid, as it is a measure of how well the gas can dissolve.
Evaluate the options: (a) partial pressure, (b) solubility, (c) surface tension, (d) both a and b, (e) all of the above.
Determine that both partial pressure and solubility are relevant to Henry's law, while surface tension is not directly related.
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Henry's Law
Henry's Law describes the relationship between the solubility of a gas in a liquid and the partial pressure of that gas above the liquid. It states that at a constant temperature, the amount of gas that dissolves in a liquid is directly proportional to the partial pressure of that gas. This principle is crucial for understanding gas behavior in solutions, particularly in fields like chemistry and environmental science.
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Partial Pressure
Partial pressure refers to the pressure exerted by a single component of a mixture of gases. In the context of Henry's Law, it is the pressure of the gas above the liquid that influences how much of that gas will dissolve in the liquid. Understanding partial pressure is essential for predicting gas solubility and is widely applied in various scientific and industrial processes.
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Solubility
Solubility is the maximum amount of a substance (solute) that can dissolve in a given amount of solvent at a specific temperature and pressure. It is a key factor in determining how gases behave in liquids, as different gases have different solubility levels. The concept of solubility is fundamental in chemistry, particularly in reactions involving gases and liquids.
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Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
d. The vital capacity is the total amount of exchangeable air
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Which of the following does not affect the efficiency of pulmonary gas exchange?
a. The surface area of the respiratory membrane
b. The degree of match of ventilation to perfusion
c. The percent saturation of hemoglobin
d. The thickness of the respiratory membrane
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