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Gr11 Topic Test Gaseous Exchange

This document is a Grade 11 Life Sciences topic test focused on gaseous exchange, consisting of multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and diagram analysis. It assesses knowledge on respiratory anatomy, the transport of gases in blood, and the mechanics of inhalation and alveolar function. The test is divided into two sections, with a total of 30 marks available.

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Gr11 Topic Test Gaseous Exchange

This document is a Grade 11 Life Sciences topic test focused on gaseous exchange, consisting of multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and diagram analysis. It assesses knowledge on respiratory anatomy, the transport of gases in blood, and the mechanics of inhalation and alveolar function. The test is divided into two sections, with a total of 30 marks available.

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LIFE SCIENCES

TOPIC TEST- Grade 11


Gaseous Exchange
Marks: 30 Time: 30 minutes

SECTION A
QUESTION 1

1.1 Various options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the
answer and write only the letter (A-D) next to the question number (1.1.1 to 1.1.2) in
the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.1.3 D.

1.1.1 A protective membrane surrounding the lungs:


A. Plasma
A B. Pleura
C. Cuboidal Epithelium
D. Trachea

1.1.2 The main form in which carbon dioxide is transported in the blood:
A. Oxyhaemoglobin
A B. Haemoglobin
C. Bicarbonate ions
D. Calcium Carbonate ions
(4)
1.2 Give the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions. Write
only the term next to the question number (1.2.1 -1.2.2) in the ANSWER BOOK.

1.2.1 The tissue that makes up the C- shaped rings in the trachea
1.2.2 Allergic reaction to dust and pollen
(2)
1.3 Indicate whether each of the descriptions in COLUMN I applies to A ONLY,B
ONLY, BOTH A AND B or NONE of the items in COLUMN II. Write A only, B
only, both A and B or none next to the question number (1.3.1-1.3.2) in the
ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN I COLUMN II
1.3.1 The part of the brain that controls the A Medulla Oblongata
breathing rate. B Pituitary Gland
1.3.2 The muscle separating the thoracic A Bronchi
from the abdominal cavity. B Diaphragm (4)
TOTAL SECTION A: [10]
SECTION B
QUESTION 2
2.1 Make a fully labelled drawing of the structure of the respiratory tubes from, and
including, the larynx, until it enters the alveolus of the lungs. (5)
2.2 Describe the process of inhalation. (5)
(10)

QUESTION 3
The diagram below represents a section through an alveolus and a surrounding blood
capillary in the human body. Study the diagram and answer the questions.

3.1 Identify the structure labelled 3. (1)


3.2 Write the name of the gasses entering at A and exiting at B. (2)
3.3 Name the pigment found in structure 3. (1)
3.4 Explain THREE ways in which the alveolus is adapted to perform its function. (6)
(10)
TOTAL SECTION B: [20]
GRAND TOTAL: [30]

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