What Change Would Increase the Rate of Oxygen Diffusing from Lung

question 12

Multiple Choice

What change would increase the rate of oxygen diffusing from lung alveoli into the blood?

• A)An increase in the hemoglobin concentration of the red blood cells
• B)A decrease in the partial pressure of oxygen in the alveoli
• C)An increase in the partial pressure of oxygen in the blood entering the lungs
• D)A decrease in the pH of the blood entering the lungs
• E)An increase in the humidity of air in the lungs

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Definitions:

Insulin

A substance secreted by the pancreas that controls blood sugar levels by assisting in the absorption of glucose by the body's tissues.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels by promoting glycogen breakdown in the liver.

Hyperglycemia

An elevated level of glucose in the blood, often indicative of diabetes.

Hypoglycemia

A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels, which can cause symptoms like dizziness, sweating, and confusion.