5 Questions
Breathing consists of two phases: n Inspiration (inhale)- the process of taking in air
inspiration
Expiration (exhale)- the process of blowing out air
expiration
______ / nasal cavity warms, moistens, & filters air as it is inhaled
nose
______ (throat) passageway for air, leads to trachea
pharynx
The functional respiratory units in the lung where gases are exchanged
alveoli
Learn about the structure and function of the human respiratory system, including the role of organs such as the nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, and trachea in the breathing process.
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