Breathing System

Question 1

Lungs

Answer 1

There are two lungs (the left one being slightly smaller) and are vital to helping you breathe. They are made of elastic tissue that can expand so you can take more oxygen in. Your lungs are delicate and are protected by the Rib Cage.

Question 2

Rib Cage

Answer 2

Protects the lungs and other important Organs, such as the Heart

Question 3

Nose

Answer 3

Your nose has nostrils so that you can breathe easier (Basically, your nose helps you to breathe more air and make it easier).

Question 4

Mouth

Answer 4

Allows you to speak and is your focal point for being able to breathe.

Question 5

Diaphragm

Answer 5

A vital part of pushing the air back out of your body (it does this by pushing up).

Question 6

Heart

Answer 6

This is a vital organ in your body which is protected by the rib cage. The heart pumps blood around your body so your muscles can function properly.

Question 7

Bronchus

Answer 7

Basically little branches that send air through to/in the lungs.

Question 8

Trachea

Answer 8

This is basically a pipe that travels down to the Bronchiole. It has rings of cartilage to keep it open (wide enough).

Question 9

Bronchiole

Answer 9

These are practically smaller versions of the Bronchus but just lead off further into the lung.

Question 10

Alveolus

Answer 10

These are ting air sacs in the lungs which help out with the gaseous exchange.

Question 11

Rib

Answer 11

12 pairs of small curved bones that protect the vital organs.

Question 12

Muscle

Answer 12

This helps with the pushing of the air when breathing in and out.