Chapter 9.1 The Importance Of An Oxygen Delivery System Flashcards

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The membrane where the diffusion of oxygen and other gases occurs between the living cells of the body and the external environment (the atmosphere or water).

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Respiratory Membrane.

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The process of the exchange of air between lungs and the environment, including inspiration and expiration.

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Breathing.

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All processes involved in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between cells and the environment, including breathing, gas exchange, and cellular respiration.

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Respiration.

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The windpipe.

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Trachea.

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Tiny hairlike structure found on some cells that sweep away foreign debris.

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Cilia.

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The structure that covers the glottis (opening of the trachea) during swallowing.

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Epiglottis.

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The passages from the trachea to the left and right lung.

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Bronchi.

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The smallest passageways of the respiratory tract.

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Bronchiole.

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Sacs of the lung in which gas exchange occurs.

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Alveoli.

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A thin membrane that surrounds the outer surface of the lungs and lines the inner wall of the chest cavity.

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Pleural Membrane.

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A sheet of muscle that separates the organs of the thoracic cavity from those of the abdominal cavity.

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Diaphragm.

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A muscle that raises and lowers the rib cage.

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Intercostal Muscle.

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