Living Physics Portal: Physics of the Respiratory System

Abstract: Instructor Preface to six -section Physics of the Respiratory System module. This resource outlines the pedagogy, educational objectives, curriculum in each of the six sections, AAMC competencies addressed, suggested completion time with adaptations for different classroom styles, material costs and student preparation for module. This Module is designed to both review and build upon introductory physics content.

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Authors:

Nancy Donaldson

Rockhurst University

Charles Gosselin

Rockhurst University

Mary Lowe

Loyola University Maryland

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Physics Topics:

Classical Mechanics > Applications of Newton's Laws > Pressure

Fluid Mechanics > Dynamics of Fluids > Flow Rate, Hagen-Poiseuille Equation

Fluid Mechanics > Statics of Fluids > Atmospheric Pressure, Measuring Pressure, Static Pressure

Life Sciences Topics:

Cross-cutting Biological Concepts > Causal Mechanisms > Biologically Mediated Mechanisms, Physical Mechanisms

Cross-cutting Biological Concepts > Structure/Function Relationships

Human and Animal Physiology > Respiratory System > Healthy Respiratory Function, Respiratory Disorders

Medical Applications

Chemistry Topics:

None

Math Topics:

Algebra; Geometry; Trigonometry

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License: CC: BY-NC-SA - Attribution, No Commercial uses and Share Alike. Derivative works must have the same license

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