Candidates were able to answer question (a) (i) but were unable to tabulate the differences between gaseous exchange and aerobic respiration correctly. Most candidates could not define the term residual air and give the importance.
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Candidates could not also outline the activities that can result in oxygen debt. Candidates wrote carbon monoxide in air; overcrowding, deforestation.
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(d) (i) Oxygen debt
The build up of lactic acid; during strenuous exercise is poisonous and makes the muscles ache; oxygen is needed to break down/get rid of the lactic acid; that is why athletes continue breathing heavily even after the exercise is over; the oxygen needed to get rid of the lactic acid is known as oxygen debt.
(ii) Activities that can result in oxygen debt
Running; boxing; swimming /any correct example of strenuous activities.