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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
- Pumping blood through the body
- Controlling breathing and gas exchange (correct)
- Regulating blood pressure
- Delivering nutrients to cells
During inhalation, what happens to the diaphragm?
During inhalation, what happens to the diaphragm?
- It remains dome-shaped
- It flattens and creates a vacuum (correct)
- It expands and pushes air out
- It becomes rigid and static
What structural feature prevents the trachea from collapsing?
What structural feature prevents the trachea from collapsing?
- Muscle layers
- Elastic fibers
- Bands of cartilage (correct)
- Smooth tissue
Why are alveoli structured like tiny grape-like clusters?
Why are alveoli structured like tiny grape-like clusters?
What occurs during exhalation?
What occurs during exhalation?
Flashcards
Inhalation
Inhalation
The process of breathing in air.
Exhalation
Exhalation
The process of breathing out air.
Trachea
Trachea
The main air tube that connects the larynx to the lungs.
Alveoli
Alveoli
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Diffusion
Diffusion
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Overview
- Controls breathing, delivering oxygen to the blood, and removing carbon dioxide.
- Breathing involves inhalation and exhalation.
Inhalation
- Diaphragm flattens.
- Creates a vacuum in the chest cavity.
- Lungs expand.
Exhalation
- Diaphragm relaxes and becomes dome-shaped.
- Decreases the volume of the lungs.
- Pushes air out.
Trachea Structure
- Supported by bands of cartilage to prevent collapse.
Alveoli Function
- Tiny, grape-like clusters at the end of the bronchioles.
- Extremely small size maximizes surface area.
- Increases the rate of gas exchange (diffusion).
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Test your understanding of the respiratory system with this comprehensive quiz. Explore the intricacies of inhalation and exhalation, as well as the critical roles of the trachea and alveoli. Perfect for anyone studying human biology and anatomy.
