Circulatory & Respiratory Systems

Front

The muscular organ that holds the vocal chords is the________.

Back

Larynx

Front

The primary organs of the respiratory system are the________.

Back

Lungs

Front

The small flap of cartilage that closes when food passes is called the ________.

Back

Epiglottis

Front

Which is not a disease of the respiratory system?

Back

Diabetes

Front

The place in the lungs where the gases exchange is the ________.

Back

Alveoli

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?

Back

The diaphragm contracts and relaxes to help draw air into the lungs and push it out.

Front

What is the role of the trachea in the respiratory system?

Back

The trachea, or windpipe, carries air to and from the lungs.

Front

What are bronchioles?

Back

Bronchioles are small air passages in the lungs that branch off from the bronchi and lead to the alveoli.

Front

What is asthma?

Back

Asthma is a chronic disease that affects the airways, causing them to become inflamed and narrow, making breathing difficult.

Front

What is COPD?

Back

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe.