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What is the primary function of the respiratory system related to voice production?
What is the primary function of the respiratory system related to voice production?
- Controls the sense of smell
- Regulates blood pressure
- Filters foreign particles from the air
- Produces sound through vocal cord vibration (correct)
Where are the taste receptors located in the respiratory system?
Where are the taste receptors located in the respiratory system?
- In the olfactory membrane
- In the trachea
- In the nasal cavity
- In the pharynx (correct)
Which substance is secreted by the respiratory system along with surfactant and prostaglandins?
Which substance is secreted by the respiratory system along with surfactant and prostaglandins?
- Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) (correct)
- Cortisol
- Adrenaline
- Histamine
How are particles larger than 10 µ removed from the air in the respiratory system?
How are particles larger than 10 µ removed from the air in the respiratory system?
Which mechanism prevents foreign particles from reaching the alveoli in the respiratory system?
Which mechanism prevents foreign particles from reaching the alveoli in the respiratory system?
What role do the conchae (nasal turbinate) play in the respiratory system?
What role do the conchae (nasal turbinate) play in the respiratory system?
Which component of bronchial secretion helps in defense within the respiratory system?
Which component of bronchial secretion helps in defense within the respiratory system?
'Turbulent precipitation' in nasal passageways aids in entrapping particles suspended in the air. How are these particles eventually removed by the respiratory system?
'Turbulent precipitation' in nasal passageways aids in entrapping particles suspended in the air. How are these particles eventually removed by the respiratory system?
What is the function of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors mentioned in the text?
What is the function of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors mentioned in the text?
Which part of the lower respiratory tract is responsible for gas exchange in the lungs?
Which part of the lower respiratory tract is responsible for gas exchange in the lungs?
How many times is the lower respiratory tract divided to form the conducting zone?
How many times is the lower respiratory tract divided to form the conducting zone?
What is the functional unit of the lung according to the provided text?
What is the functional unit of the lung according to the provided text?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the process of inspiration during breathing?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the process of inspiration during breathing?
What is the main function of the respiratory system related to blood?
What is the main function of the respiratory system related to blood?
Which part of the lower respiratory tract acts as a passageway for air to reach the alveoli?
Which part of the lower respiratory tract acts as a passageway for air to reach the alveoli?
In which generation does the trachea fall in the lower respiratory tract division mentioned?
In which generation does the trachea fall in the lower respiratory tract division mentioned?
What percentage of heat loss at rest is regulated by the respiratory system?
What percentage of heat loss at rest is regulated by the respiratory system?
