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2.1.1. List the principal structures of the ventilatory system.

2.1.2. Outline the functions of the conducting airways.

2.1.3. Define the terms pulmonary ventilation, total lung capacity (TLC), vital capacity (VC), tidal volume (TV), expiratory reserve volume (ERV), inspiratory reserve volume (IRV) and residual volume (RV).

2.1.4. Explain the mechanics of ventilation in the human lungs.

2.1.5. Describe nervous and chemical control of ventilation during exercise.

2.1.6. Outline the role of hemoglobin in oxygen transportation.

2.1.7. Explain the process of gaseous exchange at the alveoli.

2.2.1. State the composition of blood.

2.2.2. Distinguish between the functions of erythrocytes, leucocytes and platelets.

2.2.3. Describe the anatomy of the heart with reference to the heart chambers, valves and major blood vessels.

2.2.4. Describe the intrinsic and extrinsic regulation of heart rate and the sequence of excitation of the heart muscle.

2.2.5. Outline the relationship between the pulmonary and systemic circulation.

2.2.6. Describe the relationship between heart rate, cardiac output and stroke volume at rest and during exercise.

2.2.7. Analyse cardiac output, stroke volume and heart rate data for different populations at rest and during exercise.

2.2.8. Explain cardiovascular drift.

2.2.9. Define the terms systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

2.2.10. Analyse systolic and diastolic blood pressure data at rest and during exercise.

2.2.11. Discuss how systolic and diastolic blood pressure respond to dynamic and static exercise..

2.2.12. Compare the distribution of blood at rest and the redistribution of blood during exercise.

2.2.13. Describe the cardiovascular adaptations resulting from endurance exercise training.

2.2.14. Explain maximal oxygen consumption.

2.2.15. Discuss the variability of maximal oxygen consumption in selected groups.

2.2.16. Discuss the variability of maximal oxygen consumption with different modes of exercise.

2.1.1. List the principal structures of the ventilatory system. Questionbank

Practice 2.1.1. List the principal structures of the ventilatory system. with authentic IB Sports, exercise and health science (SEHS - Old) exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1, 2, 3 structure, covering key topics like core principles, advanced applications, and practical problem-solving. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What are the four main components in anatomical order of the ventilatory system?

Option	Component 1	Component 2	Component 3	Component 4
A	Nose	Bronchi	Capillaries	Alveoli
B	Pharynx	Trachea	Bronchi	Alveoli
C	Larynx	Pharynx	Bronchioles	Trachea
D	Nasal Cavity	Epiglottis	Voice Box	Bronchi

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which are main structures of the respiratory system?

I. Lungs

II. Heart

III. Alveoli

Question 4

SLPaper 1

What are the principal structures of the ventilatory system?

Question 5

HLPaper 2

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: trained and untrained.

[2]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: male and female.

[2]

Describe the function of the conducting airways in maintaining a healthy condition.

[4]

List two components of the ventilatory system.

[2]

Describe the source and role of insulin and glucagon in the body.

[6]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: young and old.

[4]

With reference to specific hormones, discuss the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

[4]

Question 6

HLPaper 1

Which is a main structure of the respiratory system?

Question 7

SLPaper 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for carbon dioxide moving from the pulmonary artery to the open air?

Question 8

SLPaper 2

Explain the process of gas exchange in the alveoli, including the roles of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

[6]

Describe the mechanics of breathing, including the roles of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles during inhalation and exhalation.

[6]

Question 9

SLPaper 1

What are some of the main components of the respiratory system?

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What are the four main components in anatomical order of the ventilatory system?

Option	Component 1	Component 2	Component 3	Component 4
A	Nose	Bronchi	Capillaries	Alveoli
B	Pharynx	Trachea	Bronchi	Alveoli
C	Larynx	Pharynx	Bronchioles	Trachea
D	Nasal Cavity	Epiglottis	Voice Box	Bronchi

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which are main structures of the respiratory system?

I. Lungs

II. Heart

III. Alveoli

Question 4

SLPaper 1

What are the principal structures of the ventilatory system?

Question 5

HLPaper 2

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: trained and untrained.

[2]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: male and female.

[2]

Describe the function of the conducting airways in maintaining a healthy condition.

[4]

List two components of the ventilatory system.

[2]

Describe the source and role of insulin and glucagon in the body.

[6]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: young and old.

[4]

With reference to specific hormones, discuss the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

[4]

Question 6

HLPaper 1

Which is a main structure of the respiratory system?

Question 7

SLPaper 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for carbon dioxide moving from the pulmonary artery to the open air?

Question 8

SLPaper 2

Explain the process of gas exchange in the alveoli, including the roles of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

[6]

Describe the mechanics of breathing, including the roles of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles during inhalation and exhalation.

[6]

Question 9

SLPaper 1

What are some of the main components of the respiratory system?

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What are the four main components in anatomical order of the ventilatory system?

Option	Component 1	Component 2	Component 3	Component 4
A	Nose	Bronchi	Capillaries	Alveoli
B	Pharynx	Trachea	Bronchi	Alveoli
C	Larynx	Pharynx	Bronchioles	Trachea
D	Nasal Cavity	Epiglottis	Voice Box	Bronchi

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which are main structures of the respiratory system?

I. Lungs

II. Heart

III. Alveoli

Question 4

SLPaper 1

What are the principal structures of the ventilatory system?

Question 5

HLPaper 2

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: trained and untrained.

[2]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: male and female.

[2]

Describe the function of the conducting airways in maintaining a healthy condition.

[4]

List two components of the ventilatory system.

[2]

Describe the source and role of insulin and glucagon in the body.

[6]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: young and old.

[4]

With reference to specific hormones, discuss the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

[4]

Question 6

HLPaper 1

Which is a main structure of the respiratory system?

Question 7

SLPaper 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for carbon dioxide moving from the pulmonary artery to the open air?

Question 8

SLPaper 2

Explain the process of gas exchange in the alveoli, including the roles of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

[6]

Describe the mechanics of breathing, including the roles of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles during inhalation and exhalation.

[6]

Question 9

SLPaper 1

What are some of the main components of the respiratory system?

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What are the four main components in anatomical order of the ventilatory system?

Option	Component 1	Component 2	Component 3	Component 4
A	Nose	Bronchi	Capillaries	Alveoli
B	Pharynx	Trachea	Bronchi	Alveoli
C	Larynx	Pharynx	Bronchioles	Trachea
D	Nasal Cavity	Epiglottis	Voice Box	Bronchi

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which are main structures of the respiratory system?

I. Lungs

II. Heart

III. Alveoli

Question 4

SLPaper 1

What are the principal structures of the ventilatory system?

Question 5

HLPaper 2

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: trained and untrained.

[2]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: male and female.

[2]

Describe the function of the conducting airways in maintaining a healthy condition.

[4]

List two components of the ventilatory system.

[2]

Describe the source and role of insulin and glucagon in the body.

[6]

Explain the variability in VO2max in the following groups: young and old.

[4]

With reference to specific hormones, discuss the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

[4]

Question 6

HLPaper 1

Which is a main structure of the respiratory system?

Question 7

SLPaper 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for carbon dioxide moving from the pulmonary artery to the open air?

Question 8

SLPaper 2

Explain the process of gas exchange in the alveoli, including the roles of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

[6]

Describe the mechanics of breathing, including the roles of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles during inhalation and exhalation.

[6]

Question 9

SLPaper 1

What are some of the main components of the respiratory system?