respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
what’s the job of the respiratory system
A
moves O2 into the body and removes CO2
2
Q
nose/nasal cavity
A
contains blood vessels that heat the hair
contain mucous membranes that trap particles
3
Q
pharynx
A
shared with the digestive system
4
Q
larynx
A
middle part known as glottis, where vocal cords are located
5
Q
trachea
A
tube used for air passage contains cartilage rings that keeps it open
6
Q
bronchi
A
2 main branches
7
Q
bronchiole
A
smaller branches used for air passage
8
Q
alveoli
A
air sacs surrounded by blood vessels where gas exchange takes place
9
Q
pleura
A
a membrane that covers and protects the lungs
10
Q
inhalation
A
the diaphragm contracts and moves down
11
Q
exhalation
A
the diaphragm relaxes and moves up
12
Q
red blood cells contain…
A
haemoglobin- protein that transports O2
