respotory sytem Flashcards
1
Q
Define breathing
A
the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs.
2
Q
what is the equation for cellular respiration
A
Glucose + Oxygen —> Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy
3
Q
Nose
A
Allows air to enter the body and filters or traps particles.
4
Q
pharynx
A
Controls the temperature and humidity of air entering the lungs
5
Q
larynx
A
it allows air to flow from the pharynx to the trachea
6
Q
trachea
A
is the main airway to the lungs
7
Q
bronchial
A
Allow air to flow into lungs
