Quiz - Respiratory and Excretory System Flashcards
The vocal cords stretch across the opening of the
larynx
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What happens to cause air to be inhaled into the lungs?
The diaphragm contracts, moves down and opens the rib cage
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What term do scientist use to describe the mechanical process in which air is pulled inside the body?
breathing
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What word best describes the pharynx?
Throat
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Which of the following statements is false?
Your lungs can store several hours worth of oxygen.
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Tiny filtering structures where urine is produced in the kidneys are
nephrons
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What is the singular form of alveoli
alveolus
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What are three types of bronchioles
Primary bronchi, secondary bronchi, tertiary bronchi
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What is the biggest artery in the body
Aorta
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The bronchus connect to the _________
Lungs
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What surrounds the alveolus
Capillaries
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What is on the outside of your aorta and veins
Ureters
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What is one thing that attaches to the lungs
Trachea
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