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ZIMSEC O-Level Combined Science

7.1.4.1Air, breathing and gaseous exchange

Air, breathing and gaseous exchange in ZIMSEC O-Level Combined Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Forms 1 to 3.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 7.1.4.1.1State the composition of air and identify the respiratory gases.
  2. 7.1.4.1.2Describe the tests for carbon dioxide and oxygen.
  3. 7.1.4.1.3Label the parts of the respiratory system and describe the breathing mechanism.
  4. 7.1.4.1.4Compare inhaled and exhaled air.
  5. 7.1.4.1.5Describe gaseous exchange in the alveoli and how alveoli are adapted for it.

Lessons

  • Inspired and expired air, and breathing during exercise

    18 min

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  • Tests for gases

    25 min

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  • The breathing system and ventilation

    18 min

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Air, breathing and gaseous exchange: sample question

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Which observation shows that expired air contains more carbon dioxide than inspired air?

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