Respiratory System Flashcards
1
Q
what is cellular respiration?
A
the process by which cell produce energy by metabolism of organic molecules
2
Q
what is mechanical respiration?
A
the process by which oxygen is absorbed from atmosphere and co2 is excreted
3
Q
what is respiratory epithelial tissue made of?
A
pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium containing goblet cells
4
Q
what does the respiratory mucosa consist of?
A
respiratory epithelium and lamina propria
