BIO 250- EXAM 4 STUDY GUIDE || A+ VERIFIED SOLUTIONS.

Gas exchange Communication Sense of smell Acid-base balance Expulsion of abdominal contents correct answers What are the functions of the respiratory system? Nostrils Nasal cavity Oral cavity Pharynx correct answers What are the structures of the upper respiratory tract? Larynx Trachea Bronchus Lungs Diaphragm correct answers What are the structures of the lower respiratory tract? Lots of sensory nerve endings Produces mucus Humidify and warm the inspired air Removes particles debris before air reaches the lower airways correct answers What is the function of the nasal cavity? The throat One of its primary functions is to warm and humidify air before it reaches the lungs correct answers What is the function of the pharynx? Acts as an airway Switches food to air Voice production correct answers What is the function of the larynx? "windpipe" Transport air to and from the lungs correct answers What is the function of the trachea? The airways that lead from the trachea into the lungs and then branch off into progressively smaller structures until they reach the alveoli correct answers What is the function of the bronchi? Move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases correct answers What is the function of the lungs?