Dalton’s law

Definition

Dalton's Law states that in a mixture of non-reacting gases, the total pressure exerted is equal to the sum of the partial pressures of individual gases. This principle is crucial for understanding how gases exchange in the respiratory system, as it affects oxygen and carbon dioxide transport.

Related terms

Partial Pressure:

The pressure contributed by a single type of gas in a mixture of gases.

Respiratory System:

The biological system consisting of specific organs and structures used for gas exchange in animals and plants.

Gas Exchange:

The biological process through which gases (like oxygen and carbon dioxide) are transferred between the bloodstream and the environment via respiration