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Which organ is responsible for inhaling fresh air into the lungs?
Which organ is responsible for inhaling fresh air into the lungs?
Where does the exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide take place in the respiratory system?
Where does the exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide take place in the respiratory system?
Which structure connects the larynx to the bronchial tubes?
Which structure connects the larynx to the bronchial tubes?
What is the function of the pharynx in the respiratory system?
What is the function of the pharynx in the respiratory system?
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Which organ is primarily responsible for exhaling stale air?
Which organ is primarily responsible for exhaling stale air?
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Functions
- The nose is primarily responsible for inhaling fresh air into the lungs, allowing for filtration, humidification, and temperature regulation of the air.
- Gas exchange occurs in the alveoli, tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen is absorbed into the bloodstream and carbon dioxide is expelled.
- The trachea, commonly known as the windpipe, connects the larynx (the voice box) to the bronchial tubes, facilitating airflow to the lungs.
- The pharynx serves as a passageway for both air and food; it plays a significant role in directing air to the larynx and food to the esophagus.
- The lungs are the primary organs responsible for exhaling stale air, removing carbon dioxide while regulating the body's oxygen levels.
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Test your knowledge of the respiratory system with this quiz based on medical terminology. Explore the functions of the respiratory system, including inhaling fresh air, and the exchange of gases. This quiz is based on "Medical Terminology: A Living Language" by Bonnie F. Fremgen and Suzanne S. Frucht.
