Terms for Exam 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Respiration
A
- Exchange of gas between an organism and its environment
- Essential for voice production
2
Q
Inspiration
A
The process of bringing air into the lungs (inhalation)
3
Q
Expiration
A
The process of eliminating air from the lungs
4
Q
What are the main support structures for Respiration?
A
- Vertebral column
- Pelvic girdle
- Pectoral girdle
- Sternum
- Ribs
