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ZOO 101 Gas Exchange and Respiration in Mammals Objective Question
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What is partial pressure?
Options
A The total pressure exerted by all gases in a mixture
B The pressure exerted by a single gas in a mixture
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C The pressure difference between two points
D The pressure required for diffusion
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Partial pressure is the pressure exerted by a single gas in a mixture of gases, such as in air or blood.

Hint

It's symbolized as pO₂ and pCO₂.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Gas Exchange and Respiration in Mammals
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 767 of 2214
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