Respiration Quiz Flashcards
Function of the Nostrils
Filters and tastes air
Function of the Nasal Cavity
Cleans, moistens, harms and smells air also filters dirt
Function of the Larynx
Vocal cords
Function of the Trachea
Wind pipe that allows air to pass through neck and throat
Function of the Bronchi
Transition structures that air travels through
Function of the Ribs
Protection, support and respiration, aids and breathing
Function of the Diaphragm
Muscle, used in the process of breathing in
Function of the Bronchioles
Ensure incoming air is supplied to each air sac
Function of the Alveoli
Tiny air sacs, O2 enters body CO2 leaves
Function of the Capillaries
Transfer of oxygen and other nutrients from the bloodstream to other tissues in the body
Function of the Blood Vessel
Transport blood through the body, takes in blood in CO2 takes blood back in high
Function of the Left Lung
Transport oxygen into the bloodstream and release (main organ)
Function of the Esophagus
Food tube / transport food to the stomach
Function of the Epiglottis
Flap / covers glottis so no food can enter the glottis and the trachea
Function of the Pharynx
Air to pass through, food go down