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What is the primary function of the larynx?
What is the primary function of the larynx?
- Produce mucus
- Conduct air and support vocalization (correct)
- Filter particles from the air
- Facilitate gas exchange
The right primary bronchus is shorter, larger in diameter, and more vertical than the left primary bronchus.
The right primary bronchus is shorter, larger in diameter, and more vertical than the left primary bronchus.
True (A)
What structure marks the border of the proximal larynx and directs air into the trachea?
What structure marks the border of the proximal larynx and directs air into the trachea?
Laryngopharynx
The process of air filtration in the nasal cavity is primarily carried out by the __________.
The process of air filtration in the nasal cavity is primarily carried out by the __________.
Match the parts of the pharynx with their corresponding roles:
Match the parts of the pharynx with their corresponding roles:
What supports the structure of the trachea?
What supports the structure of the trachea?
Olfactory receptors are located on the floor of the nasal cavity.
Olfactory receptors are located on the floor of the nasal cavity.
What is a potential consequence of failing to fuse the right and left maxillary bones during embryological development?
What is a potential consequence of failing to fuse the right and left maxillary bones during embryological development?
Which structure is primarily responsible for the function of equalizing air pressure between the middle ear and the nasal cavity?
Which structure is primarily responsible for the function of equalizing air pressure between the middle ear and the nasal cavity?
The nasal cavity is involved in warming and humidifying the air before it reaches the lungs.
The nasal cavity is involved in warming and humidifying the air before it reaches the lungs.
What is the primary purpose of the paranasal sinuses?
What is the primary purpose of the paranasal sinuses?
The ________ is the passage that connects the nasal cavity to the oral cavity and serves both respiratory and digestive functions.
The ________ is the passage that connects the nasal cavity to the oral cavity and serves both respiratory and digestive functions.
Match the following functions with their corresponding structures:
Match the following functions with their corresponding structures:
What is the role of ciliated epithelia in the nasal cavity?
What is the role of ciliated epithelia in the nasal cavity?
The tracheobronchial tree consists entirely of non-cartilaginous structures.
The tracheobronchial tree consists entirely of non-cartilaginous structures.
What is one of the key functions of the larynx?
What is one of the key functions of the larynx?
What is the primary function of alveoli?
What is the primary function of alveoli?
The right lung has three lobes while the left lung has two lobes.
The right lung has three lobes while the left lung has two lobes.
What prevents the collapse of alveoli by reducing surface tension?
What prevents the collapse of alveoli by reducing surface tension?
The _____ is the opening in the medial surface of the lung for the passage of pulmonary vessels, bronchi, nerves, and lymphatics.
The _____ is the opening in the medial surface of the lung for the passage of pulmonary vessels, bronchi, nerves, and lymphatics.
Match the following components with their functions:
Match the following components with their functions:
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for conducting air to the lungs?
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for conducting air to the lungs?
The pleura is a single membrane that houses each lung.
The pleura is a single membrane that houses each lung.
How many segments are the lungs divided into, associated with tertiary bronchi?
How many segments are the lungs divided into, associated with tertiary bronchi?
What is one primary role of the conducting zone in the respiratory system?
What is one primary role of the conducting zone in the respiratory system?
Which structure is part of the upper respiratory tract?
Which structure is part of the upper respiratory tract?
How do the paranasal sinuses contribute to respiratory function?
How do the paranasal sinuses contribute to respiratory function?
What type of epithelium primarily lines the airways in the conducting zone?
What type of epithelium primarily lines the airways in the conducting zone?
What is the significance of the thin moisture membranes in the respiratory zone?
What is the significance of the thin moisture membranes in the respiratory zone?
What role does the nasal cavity play in maintaining body pH?
What role does the nasal cavity play in maintaining body pH?
Which structure helps equalize air pressure and connects the middle ear to the pharynx?
Which structure helps equalize air pressure and connects the middle ear to the pharynx?
What is one function of the mucous produced in the nasal cavity?
What is one function of the mucous produced in the nasal cavity?
What role do the Eustachian tubes play in the nasopharynx?
What role do the Eustachian tubes play in the nasopharynx?
Which structure is primarily responsible for producing resonance in the voice?
Which structure is primarily responsible for producing resonance in the voice?
How does the structure of the right primary bronchus differ from the left primary bronchus?
How does the structure of the right primary bronchus differ from the left primary bronchus?
What is the significance of the rima glottidis in the larynx?
What is the significance of the rima glottidis in the larynx?
What occurs during the ciliary action in the nasopharynx?
What occurs during the ciliary action in the nasopharynx?
What is a primary function of the secondary bronchi?
What is a primary function of the secondary bronchi?
What primarily supports the structure of bronchioles?
What primarily supports the structure of bronchioles?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the alveoli?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the alveoli?
What is the main role of the olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity?
What is the main role of the olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity?
What is the arrangement of blood capillaries around the alveoli primarily designed for?
What is the arrangement of blood capillaries around the alveoli primarily designed for?
What anatomical feature maintains the structure of the trachea?
What anatomical feature maintains the structure of the trachea?
Which structures arise directly from terminal bronchioles?
Which structures arise directly from terminal bronchioles?
What is the primary purpose of pulmonary surfactant produced by Type II pneumocytes?
What is the primary purpose of pulmonary surfactant produced by Type II pneumocytes?
How many lobes does the left lung have compared to the right lung?
How many lobes does the left lung have compared to the right lung?
What are bronchopulmonary segments associated with?
What are bronchopulmonary segments associated with?
What is the primary role of pleural fluid in the pleural cavity?
What is the primary role of pleural fluid in the pleural cavity?
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Conducting Zone
Conducting Zone
Part of the respiratory system that moves air, but isn't involved in gas exchange.
Respiratory Zone
Respiratory Zone
Part of the respiratory system where gas exchange occurs.
Upper Respiratory Tract
Upper Respiratory Tract
Structures involved in warming and conditioning inhaled air, before it reaches the lungs.
Lower Respiratory Tract
Lower Respiratory Tract
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Nasal Cavity
Nasal Cavity
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Nasal Epithelia
Nasal Epithelia
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Paranasal Sinuses
Paranasal Sinuses
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Gas Exchange
Gas Exchange
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What is the respiratory function of the Nasal Cavity?
What is the respiratory function of the Nasal Cavity?
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What are turbinates?
What are turbinates?
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What is the role of the olfactory receptors?
What is the role of the olfactory receptors?
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What does the pharynx do?
What does the pharynx do?
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What's the main function of the larynx?
What's the main function of the larynx?
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What makes up the tracheobronchial tree?
What makes up the tracheobronchial tree?
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Why is the right primary bronchus more prone to aspirated objects?
Why is the right primary bronchus more prone to aspirated objects?
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What happens in the subsegmental bronchi?
What happens in the subsegmental bronchi?
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Bronchiole Support
Bronchiole Support
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Bronchomotor Tone
Bronchomotor Tone
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Terminal Bronchioles
Terminal Bronchioles
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Alveolar Duct
Alveolar Duct
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Alveolar Sac
Alveolar Sac
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Alveolar Capillaries
Alveolar Capillaries
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Pulmonary Surfactant
Pulmonary Surfactant
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Lung Lobes
Lung Lobes
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What's the role of the turbinates?
What's the role of the turbinates?
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What's the function of the olfactory receptors?
What's the function of the olfactory receptors?
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What is the pharynx and its function?
What is the pharynx and its function?
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What is the trachea and its function?
What is the trachea and its function?
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What's the purpose of the bronchi?
What's the purpose of the bronchi?
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What are the differences in primary bronchi?
What are the differences in primary bronchi?
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What function does the respiratory system serve?
What function does the respiratory system serve?
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Differentiate the Conducting Zone vs Respiratory Zone
Differentiate the Conducting Zone vs Respiratory Zone
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What is the importance of Nasal Epithelia?
What is the importance of Nasal Epithelia?
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Describe the function of the Paranasal Sinuses
Describe the function of the Paranasal Sinuses
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Where are the Nasolacrimal Ducts located?
Where are the Nasolacrimal Ducts located?
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What is the role of the Auditory Tubes?
What is the role of the Auditory Tubes?
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How does the Nasal Cavity condition inspired air?
How does the Nasal Cavity condition inspired air?
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What is the significance of the ciliated epithelial cells in the nasal passages?
What is the significance of the ciliated epithelial cells in the nasal passages?
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Alveolar Duct Structure
Alveolar Duct Structure
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Alveolar Sac Structure
Alveolar Sac Structure
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Pulmonary Surfactant Role
Pulmonary Surfactant Role
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What are Lobes?
What are Lobes?
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Bronchopulmonary Segments
Bronchopulmonary Segments
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Hilum of the Lung
Hilum of the Lung
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Study Notes
Respiratory Anatomy
- The respiratory system conducts air to respiratory surfaces where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged with the blood.
- It conditions the air (warms, humidifies, cleans) before reaching respiratory tissues.
- The system plays a vital role in maintaining body pH.
- Secondary functions include olfaction and vocalization.
Functional Zones
- The conducting zone consists of passages that convey air between the external environment and the respiratory surfaces.
- Structures are lined with epithelial cells that secrete, filter, protect and actively clear debris.
- Support is provided by muscle, bone, and cartilage.
- The respiratory zone involves the highly vascularized / perfused region where gas exchange takes place. This region lacks bony or cartilaginous support and consists of thin, moist membranes.
Structural Divisions
- The upper respiratory tract includes the nasal cavity, oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx. These structures are important for warming and conditioning air.
- The lower respiratory tract contains the trachea, and multiple generations of airways (bronchial tree). The proximal elements are made of cartilage, and the distal elements are non-cartilaginous.
Upper Respiratory Tract
- The nasal cavity is the entry point for external air.
- It projects anteriorly as a cartilaginous portion of the nose and posteriorly to communicate with the pharynx (for respiratory and digestive functions).
- Paranasal sinuses are mucous membrane-lined spaces within the skull, named for the specific skull bone.
- Ciliated epithelium moves mucous from sinuses to the nasal cavity through paranasal ducts.
- Sinuses help humidify, and warm air and contribute to voice resonance, and lightening of the skull.
Nasal Cavity
- Nasolacrimal ducts connect the orbit to the lateral nasal cavity walls, allowing tears to drain into the nasal cavity.
- Auditory (Eustachian) tubes connect the middle ear to the lateral wall of the posterior pharynx for air pressure equalization.
Nasal Epithelia
- Respiratory passages are exposed to the external environment and require high turnover (cellular regeneration) of epithelial tissue to maintain function and health. This is particularly important for protection from harmful substances.
- Mucous is moved posteriorly by cilia, and this process also occurs in paranasal sinuses.
Functions of the Nasal Cavity
- Vascular epithelium warms the incoming air.
- Moist mucous humidifies the air.
- Turbinates of the nasal conchae filter particles like dust, smoke, and pollen.
- These conditioned structures make gas exchange more efficient in the respiratory membranes.
Functions of the Nasal Cavity - Olfaction and Phonation
- Olfactory receptors on the nasal roof detect odors.
- The nasal cavity contributes to the resonance of the voice when air is exhaled through it.
Oral Cavity
- Clinically significant as a secondary respiratory passage (important in intubation procedures).
- Failure of the maxillary bones to fuse can result in a cleft palate.
Pharynx
- The pharynx is a common passageway for air and food.
- It is divided into three parts: nasopharynx (respiratory), oropharynx (digestive and respiratory), and laryngopharynx (distal upper respiratory structure).
- The nasopharynx communicates with the posterior nasal cavity and contains the pharyngeal tonsils (adenoids) and openings for eustachian tubes. This helps equalize air pressure between the middle ear and the nasopharynx..
- The oropharynx connects the posterior oral cavity to the laryngopharynx.
- The laryngopharynx connects the oropharynx to the larynx.
Larynx
- Located between the fourth and sixth cervical vertebrae, it connects the pharynx to the trachea.
- It is composed of flexible cartilages, ligaments, and membranes, and crucial for air conduction and preventing aspiration. The larynx also plays a critical role in phonation - the production of sound.
- The rima glottidis, a slit between the vocal cords, can be prone to inflammation (edema) and obstruction.
Lower Respiratory Tract
- The trachea is a tube that carries air to the lungs, maintained by C-shaped cartilage rings. The incomplete rings allow flexibility during swallowing.
- Supported by incomplete rings for patency but provides flexibility
- Air conducts to the right & left primary bronchi.
Tracheobronchial Tree
- Primary bronchi (2) branch from the trachea and enter the lungs, supported by "C" shaped hyaline cartilage.
- Secondary bronchi branch into the lobes of the lungs (3 in the right lung, 2 on the left.)
- Tertiary bronchi (segmental) further divide air, and eventually become non-cartilaginous passages, called bronchioles, which are progressively smaller in diameter.
- Terminal bronchioles are the final part of the conducting zone.
- Eventually, terminal bronchioles then divide into respiratory bronchioles, and alveolar ducts, and ultimately, into alveoli.
Alveoli
- Alveoli are the primary sites of gas exchange in the lungs, and are organized into acini (respiratory units).
- The thin epithelial membranes make them ideally suited for this function.
- There around 300 million alveoli in total
- Their vast surface area is essential for efficient gas exchange.
- Pulmonary surfactant is produced by Type II alveolar cells, reducing surface tension and preventing alveolar collapse.
Alveolar Structure/Function
- Alveoli contain a network of capillaries for efficient gas exchange.
- Gas exchange occurs due to a very small diffusion distance— roughly .35 µm.
- Alveolar surfaces reflect gas exchange by being composed of cells that produce surfactant, which lines the alveoli and prevents collapse.
The Lung
- Lungs are divided into lobes that are further subdivided into bronchopulmonary segments. This structure facilitates more precise localization of abnormalities within the lung.
- The lung surface is marked by interlobar fissures and associated pleura.
- There are 3 lobes in the right lung and 2 in the left.
- The pleura are membranes surrounding each lung that reduce friction during breathing to make it painless and help in ventilation. A double layered membrane with a fluid filled space between allows the layers to slide over each other to reduce friction.
Bronchopulmonary Segments
- The lungs are further subdivided into bronchopulmonary segments, associated with the tertiary (segmental) bronchi. This allows for precise localization of pathologies within the lungs.
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Explore the complexities of the respiratory system, its structural divisions, and functional zones. This quiz covers the essential roles of the respiratory system, including gas exchange and the conditioning of air. Test your knowledge on the anatomy and physiology of this vital organ system.
