The Breathing System Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the air enter the body?
A
The trachea
2
Q
What does the trachea split into?
A
The bronchi
3
Q
What do the bronchi split into?
A
The bronchioles
4
Q
What do the bronchioles split into?
A
The alveoli
5
Q
What is the purpose of the alveoli?
A
Gas exchange takes place
6
Q
What is the purpose of the rings of cartilage?
A
They stop the trachea from collapsing
7
Q
What is the plueral fluid?
A
It is a lubrication that makes sure that the lungs don’t stick to the chest wall when we breathe.
