Experiments
Here are experiments our science specialists have selected to support the IB* topic.
Effect of Exercise on Oxygen Usage
Experiment #13 from Human Physiology Experiments
- Obtain graphical representation of changes in O2 concentration with breathing at rest and after exercise.
- Calculate oxygen consumption at rest and after exercise.
- Correlate your findings with clinical situations.
Lung Volumes and Capacities
Experiment #7 from Human Physiology Experiments: Volume 2
- Obtain graphical representation of lung capacities and volumes.
- Compare lung volumes between males and females.
- Correlate lung volumes with clinical conditions.
Respiratory Response to Physiologic Challenges
Experiment #9 from Human Physiology Experiments: Volume 2
- Obtain graphical representation of normal tidal volume.
- Compare tidal volumes generated by various physiologic challenges.
Respiration and Ventilation
Experiment #10 from Human Physiology Experiments
- Use a Respiration Belt to monitor the respiratory rate of an individual.
- Evaluate the effect of holding of breath on the respiratory cycle.
- Evaluate the effect of rebreathing of air on the respiratory cycle.
- Educational Standard
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Subject
- Sports, Exercise, and Health Science
- Section
- Core
- Topic
- 2. Exercise Physiology
* The IB Diploma Program is an official program of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) which authorizes schools to offer it. The material available here has been developed independently of the IBO and is not endorsed by it.