Respiratory System Quizlet Flashcards
1
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Internal Respiration
A
The exchange of gases between the Blood and the Body cells
2
Q
epiglottis
A
The flap of tissue covering the trachea when you swallow
3
Q
Bronchi
A
The tubes that lead into the lungs are called
4
Q
External Respiration
A
The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between Blood and air in the Lungs is called
5
Q
Alveoli
A
The thin-walled air sacs of the lungs are where gas exchange occurs.
6
Q
Emphysema
A
Alveoli disintegrate and lose elasticity, caused by smoking
7
Q
What is Pneumonia?
A
An infection of the lungs
8
Q
What is Bronchitis?
A
inflammation of the bronchial tubes
9
Q
Pharynx
A
Back of the Throat
10
Q
Larynx
A
voice box
11
Q
Trachea
A
windpipe
12
Q
Inhale
A
To breathe in, diaphragm contracts, moves downwards
13
Q
Exhale
A
Diaphragm relaxes, moves up, Air goes out of Lungs
