Chapter 9.1 The Importance Of An Oxygen Delivery System Flashcards
The membrane where the diffusion of oxygen and other gases occurs between the living cells of the body and the external environment (the atmosphere or water).
Respiratory Membrane.
The process of the exchange of air between lungs and the environment, including inspiration and expiration.
Breathing.
All processes involved in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between cells and the environment, including breathing, gas exchange, and cellular respiration.
Respiration.
The windpipe.
Trachea.
Tiny hairlike structure found on some cells that sweep away foreign debris.
Cilia.
The structure that covers the glottis (opening of the trachea) during swallowing.
Epiglottis.
The passages from the trachea to the left and right lung.
Bronchi.
The smallest passageways of the respiratory tract.
Bronchiole.
Sacs of the lung in which gas exchange occurs.
Alveoli.
A thin membrane that surrounds the outer surface of the lungs and lines the inner wall of the chest cavity.
Pleural Membrane.
A sheet of muscle that separates the organs of the thoracic cavity from those of the abdominal cavity.
Diaphragm.
A muscle that raises and lowers the rib cage.
Intercostal Muscle.
