Respiratory System

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To provide oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from the body.

Front

What are the tubes that go from the trachea into the lungs called?

Back

Bronchial tubes.

Front

What is the flap of tissue that covers the opening to the windpipe during swallowing?

Back

Epiglottis.

Front

What are the two main branches from the trachea (one to each lung) called?

Back

Bronchi.

Front

What cleans, moistens, and warms the air we breathe?

Back

Nasal passage.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What are alveoli?

Back

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.

Front

What is the trachea commonly known as?

Back

The windpipe.

Front

What is the function of the larynx?

Back

It is involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.

Front

What is the process of breathing in called?

Back

Inhalation.