Science - Nutrition Flashcards
Respiration (what is?)
•Respiration is part of nutrition and takes
place in the respiratory system.
Respiration (when?)
When we breathe we inhale and exhale
Respiration (organs involved)
- nose
- mounth
- trachea
- lungs
- bronchi
- bronchioles
- air sacs
Respiratory (How it works?)
• Respiration has two stages: inhalation and exhalation.
• The diaphragm is an essential organ for breathing.
[-> It is a large muscle situated under the lungs.
Inhalation
- the diaphragm contracts and descends -> Inhalation -> we breath in
(There is more space for air to fill the lungs)
Exhalation
The diaphragm relaxes and rises -> Exhalation -> We breathe out
(The diaphragm pushes the air out of the lungs)
How can we look for our respiratory system?
- Respiratory diseases are illnesses that make it difficult to breathe.
- There are ways to keep our respiratory system healthy.
- Respiratory system includes asthma and bronchitis. It happens when the bronchi become inflamed.
Tips:
- Wash hands
- Exercise
- Keep your room clean and dust-free
- Keep away from smokers
- Avoid polluted areas
- Visit natural areas
4.1. How does respiratory system works ?
- Parts of the respiratory system
Escribe “inspirar” e “inspiración” en inglés
“Inhale” and “inhalation”
Escribe “exhalar” y “exhalación” en inglés
“Exhale” and “Exhalation”
Escribe “diafragma” en inglés
“diaphragm”
Escribe “bronquios” en inglés
bronchi
Escribe “bronquiolos” en inglés
bronchioles
Escribe “enfermedades” en inglés
illnesses