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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?

Tongue Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is involved in producing sounds for communication?

Arytenoid cartilage Signup and view all the answers

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

Epiglottis Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Alveoli Signup and view all the answers

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

Protecting respiratory surfaces from dehydration and temperature changes Signup and view all the answers

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

Assisting in swallowing by preventing food from entering the larynx Signup and view all the answers