Respiratory system Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body.
True or False: The diaphragm is a muscle that helps with breathing.
True
Fill in the blank: The _________ are the sites of gas exchange in the lungs.
alveoli
What is the process of inhaling air called?
Inspiration
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT part of the respiratory system? A) Trachea B) Esophagus C) Lungs D) Bronchi
B) Esophagus
What gas do we primarily inhale?
Oxygen
True or False: The respiratory system is only involved in breathing.
False
What is the tube called that connects the throat to the lungs?
Trachea
Fill in the blank: The _________ helps to filter, warm, and moisten the air we breathe.
nasal cavity
What is the process of exhaling air called?
Expiration