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- 2.2.5. Outline the relationship between the pulmonary and systemic circulation.
Practice 2.2.5. Outline the relationship between the pulmonary and systemic circulation. 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.
Which of the following statements accurately describe the pulmonary and systemic circulatory systems?
I. Pulmonary circulation is powered by the right ventricle to release carbon dioxide at the lungs.
II. Systemic circulation returns oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
III. The vena cava is associated with the systemic circulatory system.
IV. Pulmonary circulation operates at a lower blood pressure compared to the systemic system.
Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.
Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.
Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.
Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.
Which circulation is responsible for the exchange of oxygen between the blood and the lungs?
Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.
Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.
Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.
Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.
Illustrate the pathways of pulmonary and systemic circulation, labeling key components such as the heart chambers, major blood vessels, and valves.
Which describes pulmonary and systemic circulation?