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Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for warming, moistening, and filtering air?
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for warming, moistening, and filtering air?
Where are the olfactory receptors located?
Where are the olfactory receptors located?
What is the function of the nasal conchae?
What is the function of the nasal conchae?
Which part of the external nose is part of the walls of the nostrils?
Which part of the external nose is part of the walls of the nostrils?
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What is the main function of the respiratory portion of the system?
What is the main function of the respiratory portion of the system?
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Study Notes
Respiratory System
- The nasal cavity is responsible for warming, moistening, and filtering air.
- Olfactory receptors are located in the nasal mucosa.
- The nasal conchae, also known as turbinate bones, function to increase the surface area of the nasal cavity for air to come into contact with the mucous membrane.
- The alae, or wings, of the external nose are part of the walls of the nostrils.
- The main function of the respiratory portion of the system is to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the atmosphere and the bloodstream.
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Test your understanding of the upper respiratory system with this quiz focusing on the nose, pharynx, and larynx. Assess your knowledge of how these structures filter, warm, and moisten air as well as their role in conducting air to the lungs. This quiz also covers the respiratory portion, including the larynx, bronchi, and lungs, where gas exchange occurs.
