Metabolically Active Tissues Have Which of the Following Sets of Conditions

question 67

Multiple Choice

Metabolically active tissues have which of the following sets of conditions that shift the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve to the right?

• A)\(\uarr\)PO2, \(\darr\) PCO2, \(\uarr\) temperature, \(\uarr\) BPG
• B)\(\darr\) PO2, \(\uarr\) PCO2, \(\uarr\) temperature, \(\uarr\) BPG
• C)\(\darr\) PO2, \(\uarr\) PCO2, \(\darr\) temperature, \(\uarr\) BPG
• D)\(\uarr\) PO2, \(\darr\) PCO2, \(\uarr\) temperature, \(\darr\) BPG

---

Definitions:

Gas Exchange

The biological process through which different gases are transferred in opposite directions across a specialized surface, such as in the lungs or leaves of plants.

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place during breathing.

Secondary Bronchi

The branches of the main bronchus that lead into each lung, further subdividing into tertiary bronchi.

Bronchioles

Small respiratory airways within the lungs that extend from the bronchi and connect to the alveoli, facilitating air movement.