Experiments
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Analysis of Lung Function
Experiment #10 from Human Physiology Experiments: Volume 2
- Obtain graphical representation of a flow volume loop.
- Find the forced expiratory volume at 1 s (FEV1) and the forced vital capacity (FVC).
- Calculate FEV1/FVC.
- Find the peak expiratory flow rate (PEF).
- Create flow volume loops for several clinical scenarios.
- Educational Standard
- International Baccalaureate (IB) 2025
- Subject
- Biology
- Theme
- B Form and function
- Level of organization
- 3 Organisms
- Topic
- B3.3 Muscle and motility
- Section
- Standard level and higher level
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