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Which structure serves as the primary passage for air to enter the lungs?
Which structure serves as the primary passage for air to enter the lungs?
- Bronchioles
- Pharynx
- Larynx
- Trachea (correct)
Which part of the respiratory system regulates the pitch of sound during speech?
Which part of the respiratory system regulates the pitch of sound during speech?
- Pharynx
- Nasal cavity
- Bronchi
- Larynx (correct)
What is the function of the pleura in the respiratory system?
What is the function of the pleura in the respiratory system?
- To protect and lubricate the lungs (correct)
- To facilitate gas exchange in the alveoli
- To warm and moisten the air before it enters the lungs
- To produce mucus for the nasal cavity
Which respiratory passage connects the throat to the windpipe?
Which respiratory passage connects the throat to the windpipe?
What is the main role of bronchioles in the respiratory system?
What is the main role of bronchioles in the respiratory system?
Flashcards
Respiratory Passages
Respiratory Passages
The tubes that carry air to the lungs.
Nasal Cavity
Nasal Cavity
The area inside the nose.
Pharynx
Pharynx
The throat.
Trachea
Trachea
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Bronchi
Bronchi
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