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What does the combining form 'aer/o' refer to?
What does 'alveol/o' mean?
alveolus, air sac
What does 'angi/o' refer to?
vessel
What does 'anthrac/o' mean?
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What does 'bi/o' refer to?
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What is indicated by 'bronch/o'?
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What does 'bronchi/o' refer to?
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What does 'bronchiol/o' mean?
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What does 'carcin/o' mean?
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What does the combining form 'cardi/o' refer to?
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What does 'cortic/o' indicate?
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What does 'cyan/o' mean?
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What is the meaning of 'cyst/o'?
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What does 'cyt/o' refer to?
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What does 'diaphragmat/o' refer to?
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What is the meaning of 'embol/o'?
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What does 'epiglott/o' mean?
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What is indicated by 'fibr/o'?
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What does 'hem/o' refer to?
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What does 'laryng/o' indicate?
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What is indicated by 'muc/o'?
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What does 'nas/o' refer to?
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What does 'orth/o' mean?
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What does 'ox/o' refer to?
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What is indicated by 'pleur/o'?
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What does 'thorac/o' refer to?
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What does '-algia' mean?
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What does '-capnia' refer to?
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What does '-dynia' signify?
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What are the primary functions of the respiratory system?
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What are the six organs of the respiratory system?
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Terminology
- aer/o: Refers to air (combining form).
- alveol/o: Indicates alveolus or air sac (combining form).
- angi/o: Relates to vessel (combining form).
- bronch/o / bronchi/o: Both signify bronchus (combining forms, short and long versions).
- cortic/o: Denotes outer layer or cortex (combining form).
- cyan/o: Means blue (combining form).
- diaphragmat/o: Represents diaphragm (combining form).
- pulmon/o / pneum/o / pneumon/o: All refer to lung or air (combining forms, different lengths).
- spir/o: Associated with breathing (combining form).
- trache/o: Indicates trachea or windpipe (combining form).
- -algia / -dynia: Both suffixes mean pain.
- -ectomy: Refers to surgical removal (suffix).
- -itis: Indicates inflammation (suffix).
- -logy: Signifies the study of (suffix).
Functions of the Respiratory System
- Inhales fresh air into lungs.
- Exchanges oxygen for carbon dioxide.
- Exhales stale air.
Organs of the Respiratory System
- Includes nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchial tubes, and lungs.
Gas Exchange
- Involves delivery of oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide.
- Works with the cardiovascular system to meet cellular needs.
Types of Respiration
- Ventilation: Flow of air between the environment and lungs (inhalation and exhalation are key processes).
- Internal and External Respiration: Must be continuous to fulfill the needs of cells.
Inhalation
- Also called inspiration; refers to the flow of air into the lungs, bringing fresh oxygen into air sacs.
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