Each of the Following Factors Affects the Rate of External

question 153

Multiple Choice

Each of the following factors affects the rate of external respiration, except the

• A) thickness of the respiratory membrane.
• B) PO2 of the alveoli.
• C) diameter of an alveolus.
• D) solubility of oxygen in plasma.
• E) PCO2 of the blood.

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Definitions:

Human Voice

The unique sound produced by the vocal cords of humans, used for speaking, singing, and other forms of communication.

Phoneme Change

The alteration in the sound of a phoneme, which can significantly affect the meaning of words in a language.

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