Mammalian Diving Reflex

Cardiovascular System

Functions:Supply needed materialsRemove WastesPrevent disease

Example: Blood carries oxygen from your lungs to your other body cells

The Heart

MetabolismMetabolism: the processes that

keep you aliveWhy do your cells need oxygen?

MetabolismSupply vs. Demand

Supply: How much

is available

Demand: How much you need

ApneaApnea: temporary stop in breathingWhen does apnea happen?

Response to Apnea“Mammalian

Diving Reflex”

Mammalian Diving Reflex

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After

Investigating MDR