Which of the following statements regarding the chloride shift in the respiratory system is INCORRECT?
Chloride ions move into the red blood cell as bicarbonate ions move out.
It occurs in systemic capillaries.
It is essential for maintaining electrical neutrality during CO2 transport.
It results in a decrease in the pH of the red blood cell
Related Questions
Which structure is commonly known as the windpipe?
Larynx
Pharynx
Bronchi
Trachea
Respiratory or exchange part of the respiratory system comprises
Lungs and pleural membrane
Alveoli and their ducts
Bronchus and their protecting covering
Diaphragm and alveoli
Which part of the brain primarily controls the rhythm of breathing?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Medulla oblongata
Hypothalamus
Given below is a list of some structures of human respiratory system in a box. Primary bronchi, Trachea, Terminal bronchiole, Respiratory bronchiole
How many of them do not possess incomplete cartilaginous rings?
1
2
4
3
What is the role of surfactant in the alveoli?
Increases surface tension within the alveoli, promoting their collapse and reducing lung compliance.
Reduces surface tension within the alveoli, preventing their collapse and improving lung compliance.
Acts as a lubricant, facilitating the movement of air in and out of the alveoli.
Increases the viscosity of the fluid lining the alveoli, enhancing gas exchange.
Which portion of the human respiratory system is called sound box?
Larynx
Trachea
Nasopharynx
Glottis
During swallowing, glottis can be covered by a thin elastic cartilaginous flap called …A… to prevent the entry of food into larynx. Trachea is a straight tube extending up to …B… cavity, which divides at the level of 5th thoracic vertebra into right and left primary …C…
Choose the correct option for A, B and C from the given four options to complete the above statement with reference to NCERT textbook
A-epiglottis, B-bronchi, C-bronchioles
A-epiglottis, B-mid thoracic, C-bronchi
A-epiglottis, B-hind thoracic, C-bronchi
A-epiglottis, B-pre thoracic, C-bronchi
The function of nasal cavity & nasopharynx is to
warm the inspired air
moisten the inspired air
filter out the dust particles from the inspired air
all of the above
The primary chemical stimulus for breathing is:
Oxygen concentration
Carbon dioxide concentration
Nitrogen concentration
Hydrogen ion concentration in blood
Which of the following statement is true regarding the human respiratory system?
Tracheal rings are of hyaline cartilage
Dorsal side of the thoracic chamber is formed by sternum
Expiration occurs when there is negative pressure in the lungs
Inspiration occurs when there is positive pressure in the lungs
