Human Anatomy: Lymphatic Vessels and Pleural Cavities
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What is the function of the epiglottis?

  • To aid in defending against infections
  • To produce sound
  • To prevent food and drink from entering the larynx (correct)
  • To take in air

    • What is the main function of the alveoli?

  • To facilitate gas exchange between air and blood (correct)
  • To take in air
  • To produce sound
  • To aid in defending against infections

    • What is the name of the cartilage piece that prevents swallowed materials from entering the larynx?

  • Vestibular folds
  • Epiglottis (correct)
  • Thyroid cartilage
  • Vocal folds

    • What happens to the bronchiole diameter during bronchodilation?

    <p>It becomes larger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during an asthma attack?

    <p>The bronchiole diameter becomes smaller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the trachea?

    <p>To take in air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the extension of the soft palate?

    <p>Uvula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pharyngeal tonsil?

    <p>To aid in defending against infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the piece of cartilage that is the source of voice production?

    <p>Vocal folds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the part of the larynx that is also known as the 'Adam's apple'?

    <p>Thyroid cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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