Lower Respiratory Tract and Lungs Anatomy

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What is the function of alveoli in the respiratory system?

  • To allow gas exchange with body cells (correct)
  • To produce energy from food using oxygen
  • To divide from the bronchi into tiny tubes
  • To inflate during exhalation and deflate during inhalation

How does the left lung differ from the right lung?

  • It is divided into more lobes than the right lung
  • It surrounds the heart more than the right lung
  • It is smaller than the right lung (correct)
  • It is located higher in the chest cavity

Which part of the respiratory system is surrounded by the ribs and bounded by the diaphragm?

  • Bronchioles
  • Alveoli
  • Bronchi
  • Lungs (correct)

What is the major function of the bronchioles in the respiratory system?

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Which part of the body is responsible for regulating the breathing rate of a person?

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

What is the process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and inhaled air called?

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

Why is it important to prevent respiratory illnesses?

<p>To reduce the risk of infectious diseases in the respiratory tract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of washing hands often to prevent respiratory illnesses?

<p>To boost the immune system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for acute bronchitis?

<p>Sufficient rest and drinking enough fluids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

<p>Long-term exposure to tobacco smoke (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is emphysema usually treated?

<p>Use of bronchodilators, oxygen supply, and surgical procedure to remove the damaged lung tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can lung cancer be acquired?

<p>Long-term exposure to tobacco smoke (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Function of Alveoli

Allow gas exchange between the lungs and the body's cells.

Left Lung vs. Right Lung

The left lung is smaller to accommodate the heart.

Location of Lungs

The lungs are protected by the ribs and sit above the diaphragm.

Function of Bronchioles

The major function is to divide from the bronchi into tiny tubes.

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Breathing Rate Regulator

The medulla oblongata regulates breathing rate.

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External Respiration

The process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and inhaled air.

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Preventing Illnesses

To prevent respiratory illnesses to reduce the risk of infectious diseases in the respiratory tract.

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Washing hands

Washing hands often prevents the spread of germs and maintains a healthy immune system.

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Treatment for Bronchitis

Sufficient rest and drinking enough fluids are the recommended treatments.

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Cause of COPD

Long-term exposure to tobacco smoke is the primary cause.

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How is emphysema usually treated?

Use of bronchodilators, oxygen supply, and surgical procedure to remove the damaged lung tissue

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Acquiring Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is often acquired through long-term exposure to tobacco smoke.

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