Science - Nutrition Flashcards
(15 cards)
Respiration (what is?)
•Respiration is part of nutrition and takes
place in the respiratory system.
Respiration (when?)
When we breathe we inhale and exhale
Respiration (organs involved)
- nose
- mounth
- trachea
- lungs
- bronchi
- bronchioles
- air sacs
Respiratory (How it works?)
• Respiration has two stages: inhalation and exhalation.
• The diaphragm is an essential organ for breathing.
[-> It is a large muscle situated under the lungs.
Inhalation
- the diaphragm contracts and descends -> Inhalation -> we breath in
(There is more space for air to fill the lungs)
Exhalation
The diaphragm relaxes and rises -> Exhalation -> We breathe out
(The diaphragm pushes the air out of the lungs)
How can we look for our respiratory system?
- Respiratory diseases are illnesses that make it difficult to breathe.
- There are ways to keep our respiratory system healthy.
- Respiratory system includes asthma and bronchitis. It happens when the bronchi become inflamed.
Tips:
- Wash hands
- Exercise
- Keep your room clean and dust-free
- Keep away from smokers
- Avoid polluted areas
- Visit natural areas
4.1. How does respiratory system works ?
- Parts of the respiratory system
Escribe “inspirar” e “inspiración” en inglés
“Inhale” and “inhalation”
Escribe “exhalar” y “exhalación” en inglés
“Exhale” and “Exhalation”
Escribe “diafragma” en inglés
“diaphragm”
Escribe “bronquios” en inglés
bronchi
Escribe “bronquiolos” en inglés
bronchioles
Escribe “enfermedades” en inglés
illnesses