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Respiratory System Functions
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Respiratory System Functions

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Which organ is responsible for inhaling oxygen and exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide in the human body?

  • Epiglottis
  • Trachea
  • Larynx
  • Alveoli (correct)
  • What is the main function of the respiratory system in terms of blood volume and pressure regulation?

  • Producing sounds for communication
  • Removing carbon dioxide from the body
  • Assisting in the regulation of blood volume and pressure (correct)
  • Defending against pathogenic microorganisms
  • Which structure protects the respiratory surfaces from dehydration and temperature changes?

  • Thyroid cartilage
  • Epiglottis (correct)
  • Vocal cords
  • Cricoid cartilage
  • During swallowing, what forces the compacted bolus into the oropharynx?

    <p>Tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is involved in producing sounds for communication?

    <p>Arytenoid cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for protecting the respiratory system and other tissues from invasion by pathogenic microorganisms?

    <p>Epiglottis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the cricoid cartilage in the respiratory system?

    <p>Assisting in the regulation of blood volume, blood pressure, and the control of body fluid pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is involved in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the human body?

    <p>Alveoli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vestibular fold in the larynx?

    <p>Protecting respiratory surfaces from dehydration and temperature changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the thyroid cartilage in the respiratory system?

    <p>Assisting in swallowing by preventing food from entering the larynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

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