10 Questions
Which structure sits on top of the trachea?
Larynx
Where does the gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
Alveoli
What is the primary function of the nasal cavity?
To humidify the air
What is the backup airway in the respiratory system?
Oral cavity
What is the role of the tongue in speech?
To form sounds
Which structure connects the two cavities and funnels them into one airway at the Larynx?
Pharynx
What is the function of the nasal cavity in the respiratory system?
To humidify the air
What is the major structure that sits on top of the trachea?
Larynx
What is the primary function of the oral cavity in the respiratory system?
To form sounds for speech
Where does the gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
Alveoli
Test your knowledge of the respiratory system and its major structures with this informative quiz. Explore the double Y-shaped upper and lower airway, the role of the pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and alveoli.
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