• Engineering and Architecture
  • Management and Business Administration
  • Medicine and Allied Sciences
  • Law
  • Animation and Design
  • Media, Mass Communication and Journalism
  • Finance & Accounts
  • Computer Application and IT
  • Pharmacy
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Competition
  • School
  • Study Abroad
  • Arts, Commerce & Sciences
  • Learn
  • Online Courses and Certifications
  1. Home
  3. Study Material
  4. Overview of the Process of Respiration MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers

Overview of the Process of Respiration MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers

Updated on Sep 18, 2023 18:34 AM

Quick Facts

  • 12 Questions around this concept.

Solve by difficulty

QuestionEASY

External respiration refers to 

 

View Solution

Which of the following processes involves the breakdown of glucose to release energy for cellular processes?

View Solution

Which of the following factors can affect the rate of respiration?

View Solution

Which of the following gasses is exchanged in the alveoli of the lungs during respiration?

 

View Solution

Concepts Covered - 1

Overview of the Process of Respiration

Respiration involves the following steps:

  • Breathing or pulmonary ventilation by which atmospheric air is drawn in and CO2  rich alveolar air is released out. It is also called gaseous exchange by lungs.
  • Diffusion of gases (O2 and CO2) across the alveolar membrane. This is called external respiration.
  • Transport of gases by the blood.
  • Diffusion of O2 and CO2 between blood and tissues. This is called internal respiration.
  • The utilisation of O2 by the cells for catabolic reactions and resultant release of CO2. this is called cellular respiration.
     

 

Study it with Videos

Overview of the Process of Respiration

Study other Related Concepts

Overview of the Process of Respiration Current Topic

Human Digestive System : An Overview
Types and Functions of Nutrients
Histology of the Alimentary Canal
Nerve Supply to the Alimentary Canal
Buccopharyngeal Cavity
Tongue: Papillae and Taste Buds
Teeth and Their Types
Pharynx
Waldeyers Ring
The function of oesophagus.

"Stay in the loop. Receive exam news, study resources, and expert advice!"

Books

Reference Books

Overview of the Process of Respiration

Biology Textbook for Class XI

Page No. : 270

Line : 18

Clear your Basics with NCERT

E-books & Sample Papers

Get Answer to all your questions

Student Community: Where Questions Find Answers

Ask and get expert answers on exams, counselling, admissions, careers, and study options.
Download Careers360 App
All this at the convenience of your phone

  • Regular Exam Updates

  • Best College Recommendations

  • College & Rank predictors

  • Detailed Books and Sample Papers

  • Question and Answers

Scan and download the app

OR