Bell Ringer 4/6 Respiratory System

Front

What are the main organs of the respiratory system?

Back

The main organs of the respiratory system are the lungs.

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm muscle?

Back

The diaphragm muscle attaches to the lungs and contracts and relaxes to help in breathing.

Front

What are the two main branches from the trachea?

Back

The two main branches from the trachea are called bronchi.

Front

What type of cells carry oxygen in the blood?

Back

Red blood cells carry oxygen in the blood.

Front

What do your lungs take in when you breathe?

Back

Your lungs take in oxygen when you breathe.

Front

What do your lungs remove when you breathe?

Back

Your lungs remove carbon dioxide when you breathe.

Front

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

Back

The trachea is the windpipe that carries air to and from the lungs.

Front

What are alveoli?

Back

Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.

Front

What is the process of gas exchange?

Back

Gas exchange is the process where oxygen is absorbed into the blood and carbon dioxide is released from the blood.

Front

What happens to the diaphragm when you inhale?

Back

When you inhale, the diaphragm contracts and moves downwards.