What does Boyle’s law state? How does that law relate to respiration?

What will be an ideal response?


(Boyle’s law states that for a given volume of a compressible gas, as volume increases, pressure decreases; as volume decreases, pressure increases; P = 1/V.)

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The flexor (digitorum longus and hallucis longus) gastrocnemius, plantaris, popliteus, and soleus muscles are in the posterior compartment of muscles that move the foot and toe.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Choose the structures that light passes through to get to the retina.

A. Pupil B. Choroid C. Lens D. Sclera E. Ciliary body F. Vitreous humor G. Aqueous humor

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Which of the following is a main organ of the digestive system?

a. liver b. stomach c. pancreas d. both B and C above

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Imagine that you were asked to provide advice to a young adolescent about how to engage in healthy eating. The adolescent doesn't know much about nutrition, but likes to browse the Internet. What suggestions might you give for that young person for online learning and careful choices in the supermarket?

What will be an ideal response?

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