A Large Drop in Arterial O₂ Has a _______ Effect

question 108

Short Answer

A large drop in arterial O₂ has a _______ effect on breathing rate.

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Definitions:

Motor Unit Recruitment

Motor unit recruitment involves the activation of additional motor units to increase the strength of a muscular contraction.

Muscle Tension

The force generated by a muscle through contraction, which contributes to various movements, posture maintenance, and stabilization of joints.

Motor Unit

A functional component of the muscular system, consisting of a single motor neuron and all of the muscle fibers it innervates, allowing for precise control of muscle movement.

Motor Neurons

Neurons that transmit impulses from the brain or spinal cord to muscles or glands, inducing action.