Respiratory System Flashcards
1
Q
What’s external respiration
A
The act of breathing using the lungs
2
Q
What’s internal or cellular respiration
A
Delivery of oxygen from the blood to the tissues
3
Q
The components of respiratory system
A
Nasal cavity Pharynx Larynx Trachea Bronchi Lungs
4
Q
Functions of the nasal cavity
A
Filter inhaled air
Humidify Inhaled air
Warm inhaled air
5
Q
What’s the epiglottis
A
Seals the entrance to the trachea - stop food from going into airway
6
Q
Function of the pharynx
A
Assist the larynx with the movement of food and air in the correct direction
7
Q
Is the left or right lung larger
A
Right
8
Q
What’s the clear connective tissue that covers the lungs called
A
Pleura
9
Q
What’s the cerebrum control
A
The speed and rate of respiration
10
Q
Where does the oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange
A
In the alveoli
