Respiratory System Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Respiration
A
The release of energy from food
2
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Respirator system
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The organs and process of inhalation and exhalation
3
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Nose
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Inhalation occurs here
Hairs in her nose trapped bacteria and air is warmed and moisture as it passes through
4
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Trachea
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Carries air to and from the lungs
5
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Bronchus
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Large tube that carries oxygen into a lung
6
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Alveoli
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Each lung contains millions of these hollow air sacks,alveolus is surrounded by capillaries and in the capillaries is where oxygen is exchanged. This is called diffusion.
7
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Diaphragm
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To cause air to move in and out of the lungs
8
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Epiglottis
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To prevent food or water going down the trachea, the epiglottis covers the trachea when we’re eating and drinking
