Respiratory System Functions Quiz Flashcards
Oral Cavity
behind the oropharynx, on the sides of the inner walls of the cheeks, helps with eating and chewing
Pharynx
membrane-lined cavity behind the nose, connects the mouth to the esophagus
Nasopharynx
above the oropharynx, leads to the nasal cavity, connects nasal passage to the respiratory system
Oropharynx
passageway for food, water, and air
Laryngopharynx
leads to the larynx and esophagus
Larynx
“voice box,” breathing, swallowing, speaking
Vocal Cords
production of sound for speech
Epiglottis
protects the opening of the larynx
Glottis
opening of the larynx
Trachea
“windpipe,” conducts air from the larynx to the lungs
Tracheal Cartilage
keeps the lumen open
Bronchus
distributes air to the lungs, main airway
Lungs
process of gas exchange (respiration)
Bronchioles
small respiratory tubules with smooth muscle in the walls, comes after the bronchi
Respiratory Bronchiole
division of the bronchioles with alveoli attached to the walls