A&P C W7 Respiratory

Front

Sound is produced by air being expelled from the lungs and passed over the vocal cords. True or False?

Back

True

Front

External respiration involves using oxygen to release energy stored in nutrient molecules like glucose. True or False?

Back

False

Front

The larynx gives resonance to the voice.

Back

False

Front

There are about 500 million alveoli in an adult lung.

Back

True

Front

Chemical control of respiration is dependent on the level of carbon dioxide in the blood.

Back

True

Front

Most respiratory infections are caused by bacteria. (T/F)

Back

False

Front

If the level of carbon dioxide in the blood is too low, it can result in dizziness and fainting.

Back

True

Front

Respiratory illnesses account for 20 percent of all acute illness. True or False?

Back

False

Front

Quiet breathing at a normal rate is called eupnea.

Back

True

Front

The most difficult part of breathing for individuals with emphysema is inhaling enough air.

Back

False