Respiratory Subsystem 1

Question 1

What are the two basic processes of breathing?

Answer 1

Lung Pump = mechanical process,

Gas Exchange = a physical process

Question 2

The two chambers of the torso are called ………. and ………………….

Answer 2

thoracic , abdominal

Question 3

The expansion and contraction of the thorax allows for the air to

Answer 3

enter and exit the lungs

Question 4

Define the role of the larynx

Answer 4

provides defensive function, its considered the gatekeeper … , permits coughing & thoracic fixation.

Question 5

……………………. separate upper and lower respiratory tracts

Answer 5

True vocal folds

Question 6

Thoracic Chamber includes

Answer 6

Pectoral Girdle (2 Clavicles , 2 Scapula )
Rib Cage (12 Ribs, attachments to sternum / thoracic vertebrae)
Vital Organs

Question 7

Abdominal Chamber includes

Answer 7

Visceral Organs

Pelvic Girdle

Question 8

The right lung is divided into ………. lobes by …….. fissures

Answer 8

3 , 2

Question 9

The left lung is divided into …………. lobes by …….. fissure

Answer 9

two , one

Question 10

The ……………… of each lung is above the sternum and the ………… is broad and concave

Answer 10

apex , base