Respiratory System

Front

What is the flap of tissue that covers the opening to the windpipe during swallowing?

Back

Epiglottis

Front

What are the air sacs that are covered with capillaries where gas exchange takes place?

Back

Alveoli

Front

What is the chamber behind the nose and mouth that leads to the trachea?

Back

Pharynx

Front

What are the tiny tubes that branch off of bronchi?

Back

Bronchioles

Front

What is the term for taking in oxygen?

Back

Inhale

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To facilitate gas exchange, providing oxygen to the body and removing carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the primary organ of the respiratory system?

Back

Lungs

Front

What is the tube that connects the throat to the lungs?

Back

Trachea

Front

What are the two main branches of the trachea called?

Back

Bronchi

Front

What is the process of breathing out called?

Back

Exhale