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The primary function of the respiratory system is to supply ______ to all the parts of your body.
oxygen
The respiratory tract has two major divisions: the upper respiratory tract and the ______ respiratory tract.
lower
The ______ are the tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs.
alveoli
The diaphragm plays a crucial role in ______ by contracting and relaxing to facilitate breathing.
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Air flows through the respiratory tract and is filtered by cilia and ______ in the nasal cavity.
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Gas exchange occurs in the ______ where oxygen is absorbed and carbon dioxide is released.
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The structure that connects the nasal cavity to the back of the mouth is called the ______.
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The two ______ of the bronchi lead air into each lung.
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The trachea branches at the bottom to form two ______ tubes.
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The right main bronchus is shorter and ______ than the left main bronchus.
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Each bronchus branches into smaller, secondary ______; and secondary bronchi branch into still smaller tertiary bronchi.
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The tiniest bronchioles end in ______ ducts, which terminate in clusters of minuscule air sacs.
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The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide gases occurs at the ______ level.
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The average adult has about ______ million alveoli.
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These passages form an inverted tree-like shape with repeated ______ as they move deeper into the lungs.
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It is only in the lungs that ______ exchange occurs between the air and the bloodstream.
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The ______ is a large muscle that plays a crucial role in breathing.
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Contraction of the diaphragm causes the chest cavity to ______ during inhalation.
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During exhalation, the release of the diaphragm causes the chest cavity to ______.
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The lower respiratory tract includes the bronchi and ______.
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The ______ are tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs.
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Smaller muscles between the ______ also assist in the process of breathing.
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Study Notes
Overview of the Respiratory System
- The respiratory system consists of tissues and organs responsible for breathing.
- Its primary function is to provide oxygen to the body through inhalation and exhalation of air.
Respiratory Tract Divisions
- The respiratory tract is divided into two major parts:
- Upper respiratory tract
- Lower respiratory tract
Upper Respiratory Tract
- Major components include:
- Nose: Main entry/exit point for air, lined with cilia and mucus to filter out particles; divided into two cavities for smell and respiration.
- Pharynx: Tube connecting nasal cavity and mouth to the larynx and trachea.
- Larynx: Voice box located between the pharynx and trachea.
Nose Functionality
- The nasal cavity humidifies and warms incoming air.
- The nasal septum distinguishes between olfactory and respiratory functions.
Bronchi and Bronchioles
- The trachea branches into two bronchi (right and left) to conduct air to the lungs.
- The right main bronchus is shorter and wider, leading to three lobar bronchi compared to two on the left.
- Bronchi further branch into smaller bronchioles, which end in alveolar ducts containing alveoli.
Lungs Structure
- Lungs are spongy organs located in the chest cavity.
- The left lung has two lobes; the right lung has three lobes.
- The pleurae, thin membranes, facilitate lung expansion and contraction during respiration.
Alveoli
- Approximately 600 million alveoli in an average adult facilitate gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide) in the lungs.
- Inflation of alveoli requires effort; deflation is passive.
Lower Respiratory Tract Function
- The lower respiratory tract enables air conduction from the upper tract to the lungs, forming a branching structure that resembles an upside-down tree.
- Gas exchange primarily occurs within the lungs.
Respiratory Muscles
- Key muscular structures include:
- Diaphragm: Separates thoracic and abdominal cavities, its contraction expands the thorax for inhalation, while its relaxation leads to exhalation.
- Intercostal muscles assist in the breathing process.
Additional Resources
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Test your knowledge on the human respiratory system with this quiz. Explore the functions, organs, and processes that enable breathing and oxygen supply in the body. Perfect for students learning about human biology.
