In this article we will discuss about the mechanism of formation of CO2 with the help of suitable diagrams. We have seen that hydration of CO2 occurs in the blood and the mechanism can be represented as CO2 + H2O ↔ H++ HCO3. Further the H+ is buffered by reduced Hb within the RBC and […]
Mechanism of Formation of CO2 | Respiration | Humans | Biology
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Breathing Process in Human Beings (With Diagram) | Respiration | Biology
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The expansion of the lungs during inspiration follows the enlargement of the thoracic cavity in all its diameters by the contraction of the respiratory muscles. These are mentioned below: 1. Diaphragm: A dome-shaped muscle separating the abdominal wall from the thoracic cavity, with vertically running fibres at the periphery and horizontally running fibres at the […]
Subdivision of Lung Volumes and Capacities in Humans | Biology
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In this article we will discuss about the subdivisions of lungs and capacities obtained by a spirometer with the help of suitable diagrams. 1. Lung Volumes: (i) Tidal Volume (TV = 500 ml): The TV (or Resting Tidal Volume, RTV) is the volume of air breathed in and out during quiet respiration (about 500 ml). […]
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