Location and Function of respiratory system organs

Question 1

Nasal cavity

Answer 1

Nose
Brings in Air
The mucus block dirt and some bacteria from getting in

Question 2

Epiglottis

Answer 2

In throat behind tongue
Prevents liquid from entering the lungs

Question 3

Pharynx

Answer 3

In the middle of your neck
Routes air coming in your nose and mouth down to your larynx (voice box)

Question 4

Larynx

Answer 4

Middle of neck
The larynx allows air to pass from your throat to your trachea and on to your lungs . It also contains the vocal cords, which create sound when air passes through them.

Question 5

Trachea (windpipe)

Answer 5

Lower neck/upper chest
Creates a passage for air, moistens and warms it while it passes into the lungs

Question 6

Bronchi

Answer 6

Lungs
Your bronchi carry air to and from your lungs.

Question 7

Bronchioles

Answer 7

Lungs
The bronchioles are part of the lower respiratory system and are responsible for delivering air to a diffuse network of around 300 million alveoli in the lungs.

Question 8

Aveoli

Answer 8

Lungs
They expand during inhalation, taking in oxygen, and shrink during exhalation, expelling carbon dioxide. These tiny air sacs are the site where gas exchange happens,