test 4 Flashcards
Human Circulatory System Human Respiratory System Cellular Respiration Human Reproductive System
1
Q
What structures are part of the respiratory system? The role of each?
A
oral cavity, pharynx (throat), larynx (voicebox), trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli
Capillaries
Lungs
Diaphragm
2
Q
How does your respiratory system work as a cleaning system?
A
Cilia & mucus- the beating cilia move mucus w/ trapped dirt, pollen, and other contaminants upward to the pharynx where it is usually swallowed
3
Q
Why are smoking and vaping stupid?
A
Many side effects- cardiovascular disease, fertility issues, asthma, cancer, collapsed lung, lipoid pneumonia, mental health issues, and popcorn lungs
