Respiratory System Flashcards
It is the process of breaking down organic molecule through the process of OXIDATION in order to release energy in each cells
Respiration
It is the process of breaking down food molecules using oxygen which releases large amount of energy
Aerobic Respiration
It is the process of breaking down food molecules in the absence of oxygen that releases lesser amount of energy
Anaerobic Respiration
It is the process of breaking down sugar molecules in the absence of oxygen
Fermentation
NADH transfers its electrons directly to pyruvate, generating lactate as a byproduct
Lactic Fermentation
NADH transfers its electrons to acetaldehyde producing ethanol
Alcoholic Fermentation
It is the biological system in an organism’s body responsible for gas exchange
Respiratory System
What are the other functions of the respiratory system?
Breathing
Internal Respiration
Phonation
Acid-Base Balance
Pulmonary Defense Mechanism
It is a prominent structure in our face that serves as the entrance point of the air in the body
Nose
The nasal cavity contains fringe of hairs that trap dust particles in the air
Nose
It is also known as the windpipe and it serves as the main passageway of air to lungs
Trachea
It is supported by C-shaped rings of cartilages
Trachea
It is the extension of trachea that shuttles air to and from the lungs
Bronchi
Smaller branches from bronchi that enter in each lungs and is connected to each air sacs
Bronchioles
They are pair of air-filled organs that contains numerous air sacs responsible for gas exchange
Lungs
