“1. Research the process of erythropoiesis, and explain the role erythropoietin plays. Why is this a popular “doping†drug for athletes? “
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“2. How would the hemoglobin content differ in a person living in Philadelphia (Elevation: 39 feet) compared to someone living in Denver (Elevation: 5280 feet)? Why? “
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Experiment 1: Heart Valves and Pumps Table 2: Experimental Observations
Observations (with valve) and mL H2O Displaced? Observations (without valve) and mL H2O Displaced?
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Post-Lab Questions
“1. What happened when you pressed on the balloon stretched over the jar? What does this result represent? “
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“2. What structure in this experiment mimics a heart valve? “
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“3. How did the valve influence the experimental results? If possible, indicate the difference (in mL) in water displaced with the valve versus without the valve. Does the valve enhance the water flow, and why? “
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