Respiratory Anatomy

Front

What are the tiny tubes that branch off of bronchi?

Back

Bronchioles

Front

What structures are located at the end of the bronchioles?

Back

Alveoli

Front

What is the tube that is also known as your windpipe?

Back

Trachea

Front

What are the two main branches from the trachea that lead to each lung?

Back

Bronchi

Front

When air is leaving the lungs, after it passes through the bronchioles, where does it go next?

Back

Bronchi

Front

What is the primary function of the alveoli?

Back

Gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide) occurs here.

Front

What is the role of the trachea in the respiratory system?

Back

It serves as the main airway, conducting air to and from the lungs.

Front

What is the difference between bronchi and bronchioles?

Back

Bronchi are larger air passages that branch from the trachea, while bronchioles are smaller branches that lead to alveoli.

Front

What is pleura?

Back

Pleura are the membranes surrounding the lungs that facilitate movement during breathing.

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in respiration?

Back

The diaphragm contracts and relaxes to help draw air into and push air out of the lungs.