PASCO : Biology : Volume of Breath

Physiology: Volume of Breath

Using a spirometer, students will measure lung volume per unit time that is similar in function to a pulmonary function test (PFT).

Using probeware makes it easy to calculate various pulmonary functions, such as tidal volume, FEV and vital capacity.

Lab Summary:

Explore the pulmonary function test (PFT) and the volume of breath.

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Method:

Use a Spirometer to measure the volume of breath during a pulmonary function test.

Here's What You Need:

Sensor

PASPORT Spirometer (PS-2152)
Xplorer GLX Graphing Datalogger (PS-2002)

Lab Manual:

This activity is included in Biology with the Xplorer GLX (PS-2820), complete with Teacher Information pages, student instructions and handouts, and sample data for a total of 20 probeware-based labs. For your convenience, we offer bundles which provide the probeware necessary for the activities in the manual. For more information on these resources and bundles, click here.