Respiratory System Questions and Answers Graded A

Respiratory System Questions and Answers Graded A A common cold - ANS- a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs) Alveoli - ANS- tiny sacs of lung tissue specialized for the movement of gases between air and blood breathing - ANS- the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs. Bronchi - ANS- Two short branches located at the lower end of the trachea that carry air into the lungs. Bronchiole tubes - ANS- small tubes that branch off the bronchi that contain clusters of alveoli at each end. Bronchioles - ANS- progressively smaller tubular branches of the airways Bronchitis - ANS- inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchial tubes capillaries - ANS- tiny, thin-walled blood vessels that allow the exchange of gases and nutrients between the blood and the cells of the body Cellular Respiration - ANS- The process in which energy is released from glucose in cells cilia - ANS- The fine hairlike projections from certain cells such as those in the respiratory tract that sweep in unison and help to sweep away fluids and particles correct order in which you breathe air in - ANS- nasal cavity, pharynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs, bronchial tubes (bronchioles), alveoli Coughing - ANS- the act of exhaling air suddenly with a noise Diaphragm - ANS- muscle that forms the thoracic floor, when it contracts it flattens and help lungs expand for inhalation emphysema - ANS- an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function exhale - ANS- the act of expelling air from the lungs function of respiratory system - ANS- to supply the blood with oxygen Inhale - ANS- the act of inhaling-bring air into the lungs laryngitis - ANS- inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx Larynx - ANS- a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea, enable speech, also known as the voice box larynx - ANS- voice box; passageway for air moving from pharynx to trachea; contains vocal cords Left lung - ANS- 10% smaller than the right lung and divided in two lobes. Lungs - ANS- two spongy organs, located in the thoracic cavity enclosed by the diaphragm and rib cage, responsible for respiration mucus - ANS- a slimy substance produced in the nose and throat to moisten and protect them nasal cavity - ANS- the cavity behind the nose and above the roof of the mouth that filters air and moves mucous and inhaled contaminants outward and away form the lungs. Nose (nasal cavity) - ANS- warms, moistens, & filters air as it is inhaled organs of the respiratory system - ANS- Lungs, bronchi, trachea, pharynx, larynx, epiglottis, nose primary bronchi - ANS- Has ring of cartilage to keep pathway open, branches off trachea in a Y shape to take air into lungs respiratory system - ANS- system responsible for taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide using the lungs Right Lung - ANS- is on the right side of the body and has three sections upper, middle, and lower. smoking - ANS- chronic bronchitis, emphysema, lung cancer, and heart disease can be caused by this Trachea - ANS- membranous tube with cartilaginous rings that conveys inhaled air from the larynx to the bronchi. Also known as the windpipe. trachea - ANS- The main air tube leading into the respiratory system. The trachea is made of alternating rings of cartilage and connective tissue. When you exhale, the diaphragm - ANS