human breathing system Flashcards
1
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made up of the organs in the body that help us to breathe
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respiratory system
2
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responsible for distributing materials throughout the body; movement in circles
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circulatory system
3
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this word is always linked to breathing
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respiration
4
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parts of the respiratory system that are in charge of supplying oxygen
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nose, nasal passageways, windpipe, lungs, and diaphragm
5
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when entering this part, the air is made warm, damp, and clean of unknown particles
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nose
6
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empty tube that serves as passageway of air into the lung
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trachea
7
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two branching tubes that connect the trachea to the lungs
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bronchi
8
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hair-like tubes that connect to the alveoli
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bronchioles
9
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air sacs that allow gas exchange into the lungs
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alveoli
