Respiratory System Exam_Final

Front

What is the act of breathing out called?

Back

Expiration

Front

What type of tissue in the upper respiratory system helps filter out mucus?

Back

Ciliated tissue

Front

What is the state of breathing when there is too little carbon dioxide in the blood?

Back

Hypocapnia

Front

What is the inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the bronchial tubes called?

Back

Bronchitis

Front

What is the correct order that air flows during inhalation through the following structures: larynx, nasal cavity, pharynx, trachea?

Back

Nasal cavity → Pharynx → Larynx → Trachea

Front

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Back

To facilitate gas exchange, primarily oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the role of the diaphragm in respiration?

Back

The diaphragm contracts to create a vacuum that allows air to flow into the lungs.

Front

What is the difference between inspiration and expiration?

Back

Inspiration is the act of breathing in, while expiration is the act of breathing out.

Front

What condition is characterized by difficulty in breathing due to narrowed airways?

Back

Asthma

Front

What is the purpose of cilia in the respiratory system?

Back

Cilia help to trap and move particles out of the airways.