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Which structure primarily facilitates air exchange between the lungs and the blood?
Which structure primarily facilitates air exchange between the lungs and the blood?
- Conchae
- Bronchial tree (correct)
- Nasal cavity
- Larynx
What type of epithelium primarily lines the respiratory area of the nasal cavity?
What type of epithelium primarily lines the respiratory area of the nasal cavity?
- Ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium (correct)
- Stratified squamous epithelium
- Simple squamous epithelium
- Transitional epithelium
Which region of the pharynx serves as an air passage only?
Which region of the pharynx serves as an air passage only?
- Laryngopharynx
- Nasopharynx (correct)
- Hypopharynx
- Oropharynx
What is the primary function of goblet cells in the respiratory epithelium?
What is the primary function of goblet cells in the respiratory epithelium?
What factors contribute to the warming and moistening of air in the nasal cavity?
What factors contribute to the warming and moistening of air in the nasal cavity?
Which of the following structures contributes to the sense of smell?
Which of the following structures contributes to the sense of smell?
What is the primary purpose of the paranasal sinuses?
What is the primary purpose of the paranasal sinuses?
What type of tissue primarily makes up the lamina propria in the mucosa of the respiratory system?
What type of tissue primarily makes up the lamina propria in the mucosa of the respiratory system?
Which type of epithelium is found in the oropharynx?
Which type of epithelium is found in the oropharynx?
What is the primary function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
What is the primary function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
Which cartilage forms the complete ring in the larynx?
Which cartilage forms the complete ring in the larynx?
What is the role of Type II alveolar cells in the lungs?
What is the role of Type II alveolar cells in the lungs?
Which part of the respiratory system does not contain cartilage?
Which part of the respiratory system does not contain cartilage?
What is the function of the glottis?
What is the function of the glottis?
How does the bronchial circulation differ from pulmonary circulation?
How does the bronchial circulation differ from pulmonary circulation?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs?
During which phase of ventilation do the diaphragm and external intercostals contract?
During which phase of ventilation do the diaphragm and external intercostals contract?
Which lung lobe contains the cardiac notch?
Which lung lobe contains the cardiac notch?
What primarily occurs at the alveolar level in the respiratory zone?
What primarily occurs at the alveolar level in the respiratory zone?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the respiratory membrane?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the respiratory membrane?
Which of the following is true about emphysema?
Which of the following is true about emphysema?
What is the primary composition of the pleura surrounding the lungs?
What is the primary composition of the pleura surrounding the lungs?
What is the primary purpose of the muscularis mucosa in the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the primary purpose of the muscularis mucosa in the gastrointestinal tract?
Which salivary gland is located inferiorly and anteriorly to the ears?
Which salivary gland is located inferiorly and anteriorly to the ears?
What type of teeth is present in primary dentition but absent in adult dentition?
What type of teeth is present in primary dentition but absent in adult dentition?
Which layer of the gastrointestinal tract contains the myenteric nerve plexus?
Which layer of the gastrointestinal tract contains the myenteric nerve plexus?
What is the primary function of saliva?
What is the primary function of saliva?
Which structure is NOT part of the accessory organs of the digestive system?
Which structure is NOT part of the accessory organs of the digestive system?
What type of epithelium lines the stomach and intestines?
What type of epithelium lines the stomach and intestines?
Which layer of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily responsible for the overall motility of the tract?
Which layer of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily responsible for the overall motility of the tract?
Which part of the tooth is covered by enamel?
Which part of the tooth is covered by enamel?
What type of muscle makes up the muscularis externa in the esophagus?
What type of muscle makes up the muscularis externa in the esophagus?
Which type of cells in the stomach mucosa secretes hydrochloric acid?
Which type of cells in the stomach mucosa secretes hydrochloric acid?
What is the main function of the rugae in the stomach?
What is the main function of the rugae in the stomach?
Which section of the small intestine is primarily responsible for alkaline mucus secretion?
Which section of the small intestine is primarily responsible for alkaline mucus secretion?
What role do Peyer's patches serve in the small intestine?
What role do Peyer's patches serve in the small intestine?
Which of the following organs is retroperitoneal?
Which of the following organs is retroperitoneal?
What is the primary function of hepatocytes in the liver?
What is the primary function of hepatocytes in the liver?
Which function do the taeniae coli serve in the large intestine?
Which function do the taeniae coli serve in the large intestine?
What is the role of the anal sphincters?
What is the role of the anal sphincters?
What type of membrane is the peritoneum classified as?
What type of membrane is the peritoneum classified as?
Which part of the digestive system has no villi or folds?
Which part of the digestive system has no villi or folds?
What type of cells are primarily responsible for secreting insulin in the pancreas?
What type of cells are primarily responsible for secreting insulin in the pancreas?
What is a characteristic of the gallbladder's structure?
What is a characteristic of the gallbladder's structure?
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Respiratory System Subdivisions
Respiratory System Subdivisions
The respiratory system is divided into upper and lower portions.
Nasal Cavity Function
Nasal Cavity Function
Warms, moistens, and filters inhaled air, houses olfactory receptors (smell), and acts as a resonating chamber for speech.
Nasal Conchae
Nasal Conchae
Bony projections in the nasal cavity that increase surface area and air turbulence for filtering and warming inhaled air.
Paranasal Sinuses Function
Paranasal Sinuses Function
Air-filled spaces in the skull that warm and humidify inhaled air and lighten the skull's weight.
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Nasopharynx Function
Nasopharynx Function
Part of the pharynx that is an air passage, the upper part of the throat.
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Nasal Vestibule
Nasal Vestibule
The anterior portion of the nasal cavity not lined with mucosa; lined with skin and coarse hairs.
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Pharynx Regions
Pharynx Regions
The pharynx is divided into three regions: nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.
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Respiratory Mucosa
Respiratory Mucosa
The mucous membrane lining the respiratory tract, except for the vestibule.
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Laryngopharynx Location
Laryngopharynx Location
The laryngopharynx is the section of the pharynx located from the epiglottis to the larynx.
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Larynx Function
Larynx Function
The larynx is an air passage only, responsible for voice production.
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Thyroid Cartilage
Thyroid Cartilage
The largest laryngeal cartilage; forms the anterior wall of the larynx.
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Cricoid Cartilage Shape
Cricoid Cartilage Shape
The cricoid cartilage forms a complete ring in the larynx.
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Epiglottis Function
Epiglottis Function
The epiglottis covers the glottis during swallowing to prevent food/liquid from entering the trachea.
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Vocal Cords
Vocal Cords
Paired folds in the larynx mucosa that vibrate to produce sound.
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Glottis Definition
Glottis Definition
The space between the vocal cords, the opening of the larynx.
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Trachea Location
Trachea Location
The trachea is the tube connecting the larynx to the bronchi; lies anterior to the esophagus.
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Trachea Cartilage Shape
Trachea Cartilage Shape
The trachea's cartilage is C-shaped, crucial for allowing expansion of the esophagus.
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Alveoli Function
Alveoli Function
Alveoli are the primary sites of gas exchange in the lungs where oxygen enters the blood and carbon dioxide exits.
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Type II Alveolar Cells
Type II Alveolar Cells
Secrete surfactant, a substance that reduces surface tension in the alveoli, promoting lung expansion.
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Respiratory Membrane Location
Respiratory Membrane Location
Thin structure composed of the alveolar wall and capillary wall, a two membrane boundary for gas exchange which reduces diffusion distance.
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Pulmonary Circulation
Pulmonary Circulation
Blood flow to the lungs for gas exchange, (O2 to blood, CO2 to air).
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Bronchial Circulation
Bronchial Circulation
Supply blood to the lung tissues; a part of the systemic circulation, a separate route for blood nourishment of the lung tissue.
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GI Track
GI Track
A long tube running from your mouth to your anus, responsible for digesting food and absorbing nutrients.
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Accessory Organs
Accessory Organs
Organs that help with digestion but aren't part of the GI tract itself, like teeth, tongue, salivary glands, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder.
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Mechanical Digestion
Mechanical Digestion
Physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces, like chewing or churning.
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Chemical Digestion
Chemical Digestion
Breaking down food molecules by using enzymes and acids.
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Mucosa
Mucosa
The innermost layer of the GI tract, responsible for protection and absorption.
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Submucosa
Submucosa
The layer beneath the mucosa, containing blood vessels and nerves.
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Muscularis Externa
Muscularis Externa
The muscular layer of the GI tract responsible for movement and mixing of food.
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Serosa
Serosa
The outermost layer of the GI tract, protecting it and reducing friction.
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Tooth Enamel
Tooth Enamel
The outermost, hard layer of a tooth, composed of highly calcified, acellular material, making it the hardest tissue in the body. It protects the underlying dentin.
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Dentin
Dentin
The majority of the tooth structure, located beneath the enamel, composed of living cells called odontoblasts. Dentin is harder than bone but softer than enamel.
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Cementum
Cementum
A bone-like substance covering the root of a tooth, attaching it to the periodontal ligament. It is similar to bone but lacks blood vessels.
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Periodontal Ligament
Periodontal Ligament
A fibrous tissue that attaches the tooth to the bony socket, allowing for slight tooth movement and shock absorption.
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Root Canal
Root Canal
A hollow channel inside the tooth root, containing blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, supplying the tooth with nutrients and feeling.
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Oropharynx and Laryngopharynx
Oropharynx and Laryngopharynx
The parts of the pharynx located behind the oral cavity and larynx respectively, composed only of muscularis externa (skeletal muscle) and stratified squamous epithelium.
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Esophagus Histology
Esophagus Histology
The esophagus contains all four layers of the GI tract, with specific variations in the muscularis externa and presence of an adventitia.
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Cardiac Region (Cardia)
Cardiac Region (Cardia)
The first part of the stomach, connecting to the esophagus.
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Fundus
Fundus
The dome-shaped upper part of the stomach, located above the esophageal opening.
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Pyloric Region (Pylorus)
Pyloric Region (Pylorus)
The lower, narrower part of the stomach, containing the pyloric sphincter, a muscular valve controlling the passage of chyme into the small intestine.
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Gastric Juice Components
Gastric Juice Components
Gastric juice secreted by gastric glands contains chief cells (pepsinogen, gastric lipase), parietal cells (HCl), and G cells (gastrin).
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Small Intestine Segments
Small Intestine Segments
The duodenum (first segment), jejunum (middle), and ileum (last) are interconnected and specialized for nutrient absorption.
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Plicae Circulares
Plicae Circulares
Submucosal folds in the small intestine increasing surface area for absorption, promoting nutrient uptake.
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Villi in the Small Intestine
Villi in the Small Intestine
Finger-like projections of mucosa into the lumen, containing blood capillaries and lacteals, enhancing absorption.
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Microvilli
Microvilli
Tiny projections on the surface of enterocytes, forming a 'brush border' that further increases surface area for nutrient absorption.
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Respiratory System Overview
- Main functions: air movement in and out of lungs; gas exchange (O2 and CO2) between lungs and blood.
- Two subdivisions: upper and lower respiratory systems.
Upper Respiratory System
- Structures: nose, nasal cavity, pharynx.
- Lined with mucosa (except vestibules).
- Epithelial tissue: ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium with goblet cells (filtering foreign matter).
- Cilia move mucus, trapping and removing foreign particles.
- Goblet cells secrete mucus.
- Connective tissue (CT): lamina propria layer beneath epithelial tissue.
Lower Respiratory System
- Structures: larynx, trachea, bronchial tree, lungs.
- Lined with mucosa (except vestibules).
- Epithelial tissue and CT similar to upper (generally).
Nose
- Structure: supported by bone and hyaline cartilage.
- Nostrils (nares).
- Vestibule (anterior portion) is not lined with mucosa; has skin and coarse hairs, acting as a filter.
Nasal Cavity
- Functions: airway passage, heating/moistening air, olfaction (smell), speech (resonance chamber).
- Divided by nasal septum: anterior hyaline cartilage; posterior vomer, ethmoid, maxillae, and palatine bones.
- Three areas: vestibule, respiratory area, olfactory area.
- Respiratory area: posterior portion; ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium with CT; conchae (superior, middle, inferior) protrude from walls; nasal meatuses (shallow grooves) create air turbulence, filtering dust. Lacrimal duct drains tears.
- Olfactory area: roof of nasal cavity; olfactory receptors detect smell.
Paranasal Sinuses
- Eight air-filled spaces in skull (paired).
- Located in frontal, sphenoid, ethmoid, and maxillae bones.
- Open into nasal cavity.
- Functions: warm/moisten air, lighten skull.
- Sinusitis: inflammation of mucous membrane.
Pharynx (Throat)
- Structure: skeletal muscle lined by mucous membranes.
- Three regions: nasopharynx, oropharynx, laryngopharynx.
- Nasopharynx: air passage; contains pharyngeal tonsil; opens to auditory tubes.
- Oropharynx: air and food passage; contains palatine and lingual tonsils, uvula, and epiglottis.
- Laryngopharynx: air and food passage; extends from epiglottis to opening of larynx.
Larynx (Voice Box)
- Structure: air passage; composed of 9 cartilages.
- Three unpaired cartilages: thyroid (Adam's apple), cricoid, epiglottis (elastic cartilage, covers glottis during swallowing).
- Three paired cartilages: arytenoid (attaches vocal cords, changes pitch).
- Vocal cords: two pairs of folds in mucosa.
- Vestibular folds (false vocal cords): no sound.
- Vocal folds (true vocal cords): vibrate to produce sound (glottis: vocal cords + opening).
- Laryngitis: inflammation of larynx, often from infection/irritation.
Trachea
- Connects larynx to main bronchi.
- Anterior to esophagus; composed of 20 C-shaped pieces of hyaline cartilage.
- Open part of C faces esophagus (flexibility).
Bronchial Tree
- Components progressively branch into smaller tubes: main bronchi, bronchioles.
- Epithelial tissue changes along the tree: pseudostratified columnar to cuboidal (simple cuboidal in terminal bronchioles) to squamous (in the alveolar regions).
- No cartilage in the respiratory zone.
Lungs
- Two lungs separated by mediastinum (heart).
- Right lung: three lobes (superior, middle, inferior)
- Left lung: two lobes (superior, inferior); cardiac notch.
- Pleura: serous membrane (visceral on lungs, parietal on thoracic wall).
- Pleural cavity: fluid-filled; reduces friction during breathing.
Respiratory Zone
- Respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, alveoli.
- Gas exchange primarily occurs in alveoli.
Respiratory Membrane
- Composed of alveolar walls and surrounding capillaries.
- Three layers: alveolar epithelium, fused basement membrane, capillary endothelium.
- Type I alveolar cells: simple squamous, key for gas diffusion.
- Type II alveolar cells: simple cuboidal, secrete surfactant (reduces surface tension).
- Alveolar macrophages: remove debris.
Blood Supply to Lungs
- Double circulation: pulmonary and bronchial circulation.
- Pulmonary circulation: oxygenates blood.
- Bronchial circulation (systemic): nourishes lung tissue.
- Bronchial arteries (arise from aorta) carry oxygenated blood; bronchial veins (mostly) return blood to the left atrium via pulmonary veins
Clinical Applications
- Pulmonary edema: fluid buildup in lungs.
- Tuberculosis: respiratory membrane thickening; lung scarring.
- Pulmonary embolism: blood clot in pulmonary vessels.
- Pneumothorax: air in pleural cavity.
- Emphysema: alveolar wall destruction; reduced gas exchange surface area.
Ventilation (Breathing)
- Muscles involved: diaphragm and external intercostals.
- Inspiration: diaphragm and external intercostals contract.
- Expiration: diaphragm and external intercostals relax (passive).
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