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First Quarterly Examination - Science > The Respiratory System > Flashcards

The Respiratory System Flashcards

1
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It is the process wherein food is broken down in the cells with the help if oxygen to release energy.

A

Respiration

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2
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It can be simply defined as the physical process of inhalation and exhalation wherein oxygen is obtained and carbon dioxide is expelled, respectively.

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Breathing

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3
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It is the gas exchange that occurs between the alveoli of the lungs and blood.

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External Respiration

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4
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It is when the blood transports the oxygen from the alveoli to the cells, and carbon dioxide is transported from the cells to the alveoli.

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Transport of respiratory gases

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5
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It is the gas exchange that occurs between the blood and cells.

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Internal Respiration

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6
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What are the two human respiratory systems?

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The upper respiratory tract and the lower respiratory tract

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7
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It is the holes in your nose and the first entry of the inhaled air.

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Nostrils or nares

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8
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What are the three regions of the cavity?

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Vestibule region, Respiratory region, and Olfactory region

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9
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It is lined with mucus that traps microorganisms and other debris in the inhaled air. It serves as the first line of defense against foreign invaders that may enter the body.

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Vestibule Region

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10
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It warms the inhaled air so that its temperature comes close to the normal body temperature (37 degrees celsius).

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Respiratory Region

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11
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It is composed of highly sensitive cells that send the stimulus (smell) to the brain and aid in determining the smell.

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Olfactory Region

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12
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It is also known as the throat.

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Pharynx

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13
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What are the three parts of the pharynx?

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Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, and Laryngopharynx

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14
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It serves as a common chamber for the inhaled air and ingested food.

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Pharynx

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15
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This makes sure that the bolus will go to the food pipe.

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Epiglottis

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16
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It is also known as the voice box.

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Larynx

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17
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It is open when a person is breathing to allow air to go into the lungs. And it is closed when speaking.

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Larynx

18
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It is also known as the windpipe.

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Trachea

19
Q

It is surrounded with hyaline cartilage that gives strength and flexibility to the tracheal muscles.

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Trachea

20
Q

It is the entry point of the air to the lungs.

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Bronchi

21
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It is the smaller branches of the bronchi.

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Bronchioles

22
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These are grape-like structures and the actual site of gas exchange.

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Alveoli

23
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It is a process wherein substances move from an area of high concentration to one of lower concentration.

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Diffusion

24
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It is when each individual exerts pressure.

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Partial Pressure

25
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It is the sum of all partial pressures.

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Total Pressure

26
Q

What is the complex structure called once the oxygen is bound to hemoglobin?

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Oxyhemoglobin

27
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What is the complex structure called once the carbon dioxide is bound to hemoglobin?

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Carbaminohemoglobin

28
Q

It is the case that protects the lungs.

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Rib cage

29
Q

It is the bone found on the chest at the center.

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Sternum

30
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It is the one surrounding the lungs.

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Ribs

31
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It is a bone found at the dorsal (back) side.

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Vertebrae

32
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These are located between the bones.

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Intercostal Muscles

33
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It moves down during inhalation to accommodate the inhaled air.

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Diaphragm

34
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It is a process wherein the diffusion of gases can occur across their skin surfaces.

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Cutaneous Respiration

35
Q

This is the reddish part of the fish.

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Gills

36
Q

It is the mechanism where the blood and water flow in the opposite direction.

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Countercurrent exchange

37
Q

It is the mechanism where the blood and water flow in the same direction.

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Concurrent exchange

38
Q

It is when the airways become narrow, and swelling is evident.

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Asthma

39
Q

The alveoli in one or both lungs are inflamed and filled with fluid or pus.

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Pneumonia

40
Q

It is when the airflow from the lungs is obstructed.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

41
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It is the abnormal growth of lung cells.

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Lung cancer

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