34 Questions
What is the main function of the respiratory system?
Exchanging air at the alveoli
Through which structure does the nose connect to the sinuses?
Eustachian tubes
What is the primary role of cilia in the nose?
Trapping dust and foreign matter
What is the correct term for the throat?
Pharynx
How many openings does the nasopharynx have?
Four
What is the oropharynx located behind?
Mouth
Which structure eventually becomes the esophagus?
Pharynx
What is the function of the ears in relation to the nose?
Connected by eustachian tubes
What is supplied to individual tissue cells by the respiratory system?
Oxygen (O₂)
Where are the vocal cords located?
Behind the larynx
Which structure covers the entrance of the larynx during swallowing?
Epiglottis
What is the function of the pharyngeal tonsils?
Contributing to the body's defense system against infections
Which part of the respiratory system is known as the voice box?
Larynx
What is the main function of the larynx?
Helps in sound production during phonation
What is the function of cilia in the trachea?
Sweeping foreign particles out of the airway
Which structure in the respiratory system is larger in males and contributes to a deeper male voice?
Thyroid cartilage
What is the purpose of lingual tonsils in the pharynx?
Aiding in swallowing and speech articulation
What is the significance of having tense vocal cords in sound production?
They produce high notes.
What is the main role of the conchae passages in the nose?
Warm and moisten inhaled air
Which structure separates the nasal cavities from the mouth cavity?
Maxilla
What is the primary function of the eustachian tubes in relation to the nasopharynx?
Equalize air pressure
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for air exchange at the alveoli/capillary interface?
Lungs
What is the role of the oropharynx in the respiratory system?
Part of the structure that eventually becomes the esophagus
In what way do nasal cilia contribute to respiratory function?
Trap bacteria and foreign matter
What is the key role of the pharynx in respiratory physiology?
Acting as a passage for both food and air
What is the primary function of the thyroid cartilage in the respiratory system?
Supporting the vocal cords
Which structure in the respiratory system is responsible for avoiding choking or aspiration during swallowing?
Epiglottis
What is the main purpose of the pharyngeal tonsils in the respiratory system?
Filtering foreign matter
Which statement best describes the function of lingual tonsils in the pharynx?
Protecting against infections
What is the role of the cricoid cartilage in the respiratory system?
Containing vocal cords
How do short, tense vocal cords affect sound production in the respiratory system?
Produce high notes
What is the primary function of the epiglottis in relation to the larynx?
Preventing food from entering the airway
How do long, relaxed vocal cords impact sound production in the respiratory system?
Produce low notes
All of these are part of the 3 air passages EXCEPT:
Temporal
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the respiratory system, including structures like the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs. Explore the functions of the respiratory system, which include supplying oxygen to individual tissue cells and removing carbon dioxide. Understand the processes of external respiration and internal respiration (cellular respiration).
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