Practice 2.2.7. Analyse cardiac output, stroke volume and heart rate data for different populations at rest and during exercise. 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.
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Level
Question 1
SLPaper 2
1.[2]
Define systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Include the typical values for a healthy adult at rest.
2.[3]
Explain the physiological mechanisms that lead to changes in systolic and diastolic blood pressure during exercise.
3.[4]
Analyse the data in the provided graph showing systolic and diastolic blood pressure at rest and during different intensities of exercise.
4.[3]
Discuss the potential health implications of abnormal blood pressure responses to exercise, such as excessively high systolic or diastolic blood pressure.
Question 2
SLPaper 2
1.[2]
Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.
2.[2]
Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.
3.[3]
Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.
4.[3]
Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.
5.[5]
Illustrate the pathways of pulmonary and systemic circulation, labeling key components such as the heart chambers, major blood vessels, and valves.