10 Questions
What is the function of the cilia in the trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles?
Push out unwanted particles from inhaled air
What are the two membranes that protect the lungs from the outside?
Outer and inner pleura
Where does the trachea divide into two branches?
Between the two lungs
Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide take place in the respiratory system?
Alveolar sacs (alveoli)
What is the purpose of the C-shaped rings of cartilage in the trachea?
To prevent it from collapsing
What is the function of the fluid that fills the space between the outer and inner pleura?
Acts as a shock absorber
Describe the structure of the alveoli.
Extremely thin and moist to allow for faster diffusion of gases
What are the smaller branches into which each bronchus further divides?
Bronchioles
What is the role of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?
Muscular sheet that separates the chest and abdominal cavities
Which part of the respiratory system leads directly into the right and left lungs?
Bronchi
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the respiratory system, including structures like alveoli, bronchioles, and the trachea. Explore how air travels through the lungs and identify key components involved in breathing.
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