Cells & Systems Respiratory System Flashcards

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What is the Diaphragm in the respiratory system.

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Large muscle below the lungs that help move air in and out of lungs.
inhale = diaphragm goes down
exhale = diaphragm does up

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What is the Mouth in the respiratory system.

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Secondary external opening for the respiratory tract.

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What is the Nose in the respiratory system.

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Main way for the air to leave your body.

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What is the Trachea in the respiratory system.

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The airway that leads from the larynx to the bronchi.

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What is the Bronchi in the respiratory system.

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2 main branches of the trachea that lead into the lungs.

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