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Gas exchange occurs in the ______.
alveoli
Specialized cells that produce mucus are called ______ cells.
goblet
The ______ is also known as the voice box.
larynx
The addictive substance found in tobacco smoke is ______.
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COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive ______ Disease.
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Terminology
- Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen from inhaled air diffuses into the bloodstream and carbon dioxide from the blood diffuses into the alveoli to be exhaled.
- Goblet cells are specialized cells found in the lining of the respiratory tract that secrete mucus, which helps to trap foreign particles and protect the lungs.
- The larynx, also known as the voice box, is located in the throat and contains the vocal cords responsible for sound production.
- Nicotine is a highly addictive substance present in tobacco smoke that can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases that cause airflow obstruction, making it difficult to breathe. COPD is often caused by smoking.
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Description
Test your knowledge on key terminology related to the respiratory system, including structures like alveoli and the larynx, as well as diseases such as COPD. This quiz will help you understand the functions and implications of respiratory health.
