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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.

Exercise Physiology Questionbank

Practice Exercise Physiology 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 option accurately outlines the sequence of heart muscle excitation?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What causes an increase in ventilation?

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 4

HLPaper 1

Which is a definition of vital capacity?

Question 5

SLPaper 1

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.

Question 6

SLPaper 1

How does an increased red blood cell level benefit a sportsperson?

Question 7

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 8

SLPaper 2

Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.

[3]

Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.

[3]

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which option accurately outlines the sequence of heart muscle excitation?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What causes an increase in ventilation?

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 4

HLPaper 1

Which is a definition of vital capacity?

Question 5

SLPaper 1

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.

Question 6

SLPaper 1

How does an increased red blood cell level benefit a sportsperson?

Question 7

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 8

SLPaper 2

Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.

[3]

Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.

[3]

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which option accurately outlines the sequence of heart muscle excitation?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What causes an increase in ventilation?

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 4

HLPaper 1

Which is a definition of vital capacity?

Question 5

SLPaper 1

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.

Question 6

SLPaper 1

How does an increased red blood cell level benefit a sportsperson?

Question 7

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 8

SLPaper 2

Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.

[3]

Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.

[3]

Paper

Level

Question 1

SLPaper 1

Which option accurately outlines the sequence of heart muscle excitation?

Question 2

SLPaper 1

What causes an increase in ventilation?

Question 3

SLPaper 1

Which is a principal structure of the respiratory system?

Question 4

HLPaper 1

Which is a definition of vital capacity?

Question 5

SLPaper 1

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.

Question 6

SLPaper 1

How does an increased red blood cell level benefit a sportsperson?

Question 7

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 8

SLPaper 2

Define pulmonary circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Define systemic circulation and describe its primary function.

[2]

Compare and contrast the pressure levels in pulmonary and systemic circulation, explaining the reasons for any differences.

[3]

Explain the role of the heart valves in ensuring unidirectional flow in both pulmonary and systemic circulation.

[3]