The following points highlight the top five processes for diffusion of gases in the lungs. 1. When the gases of the inspired air come in contact with the alveolar membrane of the lung, the exchange of gases takes place following the usual laws of diffusion. Thus, the gas passes into the blood through the membrane. 2. The gas pressure in [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Blood:- 1. Function of Hemoglobin 2. Dissociation of Oxy-hemoglobin 3. Clinical Signs of Variation in Hemoglobin Saturation 4. Transport of CO2 in Blood 5. Effect of CO2 on Blood pH. Contents: Function of Hemoglobin Dissociation of Oxy-hemoglobin Clinical Signs of Variation in Hemoglobin Saturation [...]
The below mentioned article provides a modern view on the electron transport system and oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria. Ever since the wide recognition of the fluid mosaic model of cell membranes, Mitchell' chemiosomotic theory and more recently obtained knowledge about detailed structure and function of phosphorylating complexes (ATP synthase/ATPase) in mitochondria, our concept about electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation [...]