2.2.2 - Tidal Volume (TV)
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Practice Questions
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What is tidal volume at rest?
💡 Hint: Think about the volume of a standard gym water bottle.
How does tidal volume change during exercise?
💡 Hint: Consider how you breathe when running versus when sitting still.
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What is the average tidal volume at rest?
💡 Hint: Consider a typical breath size.
True or False: Tidal volume decreases during exercise.
💡 Hint: Think about how you breathe while working out.
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A person has a tidal volume of 2 liters and a ventilation rate of 15 breaths per minute. Calculate their minute ventilation. Discuss how this might impact their physical activity.
💡 Hint: Apply the formula for minute ventilation carefully.
During a high-intensity workout, an athlete increases their tidal volume significantly. Discuss the physiological mechanisms that might be the reasons for this change.
💡 Hint: Consider which muscles are used in deep breathing.
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