Observations and Measurements
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The composition of inhaled air differs from that of exhaled air.
Complete Table 3.1 for water vapour in exhaled air and state the test for the presence of each of the three gases.
Table 3.1
| inhaled air | exhaled air | test | |
|---|---|---|---|
| carbon dioxide | 0.04% | 4.0% | |
| oxygen | 21% | 16.0% | |
| water vapour | variable – depends on environment |
The pH of urine in healthy humans is normally 6.5. The pH of urine can be measured using universal indicator paper strips.
A scientist wants to determine whether the pH of human urine is affected by the volume of water drunk. For her investigation she selects 20 healthy female volunteers of similar age and weight.
Plan a method the scientist could use for her investigation.
Use Fig. 3.1 to complete this table:
| normal red blood cells | abnormal red blood cells | |
|---|---|---|
| number of whole cells | 4 | |
| shape | ||
| size |
Describe the results obtained when her finger was placed in water at after having been in the three different temperatures of water in beaker E.
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Enter the data from Fig. 1.2 and Fig. 1.3 into Table 1.1.
Calculate the mean times for the filter paper discs, from tissues A, B and C, to reach the surface. Record all the values to the nearest whole second.
On the photograph, draw a line between F and G.
Measure and record this length.
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On your drawing, draw a line at the same location as the line F–G.
Measure and record the length of this line.
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The photomicrographs show the detail of the same organ from a smoker and a non-smoker.
Both photomicrographs are to the same scale.
Complete the table to identify two differences between the two photomicrographs.
| smoker | non-smoker |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| 2 |