8 Questions
Which part of the respiratory system includes the trachea, bronchi, bronchial tree, and the lungs?
Lower respiratory
What is the function of the paranasal sinuses in the respiratory system?
To humidify and warm inspired air
Where does the nose open into in the respiratory system?
Nasopharynx
Which part of the nasal cavity is involved in conditions such as epistaxis, rhinorrhea, and rhinitis?
Little’s (Kiesselbach’s) area
Which part of the skull houses the frontal, ethmoidal, sphenoidal, and maxillary air sinuses?
Cranial base
What is the function of the paranasal sinuses related to facial growth?
To lighten the skull
What is the main function of the pharynx in the respiratory system?
To serve as a passageway for air and food.
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for regulating intranasal pressure?
Sphenoidal sinuses.
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the human respiratory system, including the structure of the lungs, bronchi, and pleura. Learn about the different surfaces and borders of the lungs and their placement in the thoracic cavity.
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