Upper and lower respiratory tract
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The question is asking for information regarding the upper and lower respiratory tract, which refers to the different parts of the respiratory system in humans. The upper respiratory tract includes structures such as the nose, throat, and larynx, while the lower respiratory tract comprises the trachea, bronchi, and lungs. The inquiry may pertain to their functions, differences, or anatomical features.
Answer
Upper: nose, mouth, sinuses, pharynx, larynx. Lower: trachea, bronchial tubes, lungs.
The upper respiratory tract consists of the nose, mouth, sinuses, pharynx, and larynx, while the lower respiratory tract comprises the trachea, bronchial tubes, and lungs.
Answer for screen readers
The upper respiratory tract consists of the nose, mouth, sinuses, pharynx, and larynx, while the lower respiratory tract comprises the trachea, bronchial tubes, and lungs.
More Information
The upper respiratory tract filters, moistens, and warms the air we breathe, whereas the lower respiratory tract facilitates gas exchange in the lungs.
Sources
- Upper and lower respiratory tract - Alberta Health - myhealth.alberta.ca
- Respiratory tract - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Anatomy of the Respiratory System - University of Rochester - urmc.rochester.edu
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