Chapter 9: Respiratory Flashcards
the diffusion of gases
respiration
body system that brings oxygen from the air into the body for delivery via the blood to the cells
respiratory system
the intake of fresh air
ventilation
part of the respiratory system that consists of the nose, mouth, pharynx, epiglottis, and larynx
upper respiratory tract
part of the respiratory system that consists of the trachea, bronchial tree, and lungs
lower respiratory tract
air enters and exits the body through
nose
combining forms for nose
nas/o; rhin/o
rigidity of the nose of swine
snout
the paired external openings of the respiratory tract
nostrils; nares
warm-bloodied animals
endotherms
scroll-like cartilages covered with highly vascular mucous membranes
nasal turbinates
passage in the nasal cavity
meatus
combining form for opening or passageway
meat/o