Anatomy and physiology- Respiratory system

Question 1

what is the primary function of the respiratory system

Answer 1

Primary function: deliver oxygen to lungs to be
exchanged with carbon dioxide.
Exchange gases with the atmosphere
6O2 + C6H1206 6C02 + 6H20

Question 2

what happens when O2 is absorbed by the lungs

Answer 2

is transported
by the blood to tissues where it fuels the
combustion of chemical fuels. CO2 is released

Question 3

what are the mechanics of the repertory system

Answer 3

Contraction of the diaphragm results in negative pressure and inflow of air into lungs (inspiration)
Relaxation of the diaphragm, moves air out of the lungs (expiration)

Question 4

what happens if the vacuum in the thoracic cavity is destroyed

Answer 4

the lung collapses

Question 5

what makes up the respiratory system

Answer 5

nasal passage
pharynx
larynx
trachea
bronchial tube
bronchiole
alveoli
diaphram