Respiratory System

Front

What is the purpose of the respiratory system?

Back

takes in oxygen and release carbon dioxide

Front

Where does oxygen initially enter into the body?

Back

nose and mouth

Front

This area warms, moisturizes, and filters air before going to the lungs.

Back

nasal cavity

Front

What is the formal name for your throat area?

Back

pharynx

Front

Where are your vocal chords housed and what is this area called? Options: pharynx, larynx, throat, trachea

Back

larynx

Front

Your windpipe is also called the...

Back

trachea

Front

What are the two branches called that branch off from your trachea and into your lungs?

Back

bronchus (bronchi)

Front

What are the smaller branches of the bronchi called?

Back

bronchioles

Front

These tiny grape-like air sacs is where the gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide happen in the lungs.

Back

alveoli

Front

The elastic sponge-like organs are where gas exchange occurs.

Back

lungs