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Tuberculosis primarily affects the lungs, causing symptoms such as persistent cough and difficulty in breathing.
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Pneumonia affects the alveoli in the lungs, causing inflammation and fluid accumulation, leading to respiratory issues.
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The lungs excrete carbon dioxide, which is a byproduct of cellular respiration.
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Insects use a network of tracheal tubes to transport atmospheric air within their body for respiration.
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Carbon dioxide is the primary stimulus for respiration as it affects blood pH and triggers the respiratory center in the medulla.
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The diffusion membrane in alveoli is much thinner than 1 mm, allowing efficient gas exchange.
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Silicosis is an occupational respiratory disorder caused by prolonged exposure to silica dust, leading to lung fibrosis.
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The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage that covers the glottis during swallowing, preventing food from entering the trachea.
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Oxygen levels do influence breathing rate, especially in cases of severe hypoxia.
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CO₂ transport significantly affects blood pH by forming carbonic acid, which dissociates into bicarbonate and hydrogen ions.
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The medulla oblongata contains the respiratory centers that regulate involuntary breathing.
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The respiratory rhythm center, located in the medulla oblongata, regulates breathing patterns.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 14: Breathing and Exchange of Gases Transport of Carbon Dioxide and Regulation of Respiration
