Human Respiratory System Anatomy
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Which part of the pharynx contains the pharyngeal tonsils?

  • Larynx
  • Nasopharynx (correct)
  • Oropharynx
  • Laryngopharynx

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

  • To regulate body temperature
  • To maintain blood pressure
  • To remove nutrients from the blood
  • To provide oxygen to body tissues for cellular respiration (correct)

What is the name of the cartilage that forms the Adams’ apple?

  • Tracheal cartilage
  • Epiglottis
  • Thyroid cartilage (correct)
  • Crivoid cartilage

Where does the trachea split into the left and right primary bronchi?

<p>At the Carina (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the uvula?

<p>To close off the opening to the nasopharynx (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Carina in the respiratory system?

<p>To facilitate the branching of bronchi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the region that connects the oropharynx to the openings of both the larynx and esophagus?

<p>Laryngopharynx (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the pleural cavity?

<p>To separate the lungs from the rib cage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many primary bronchi are there in the respiratory system?

<p>2, one for each lung (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many lobes does the right lung have?

<p>3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the diameter of the bronchioles?

<p>1mm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the alveolar sacs?

<p>To perform gas exchange (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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