Respiratory System

Front

What is the voice box that contains the vocal cords?

Back

Larynx

Front

What is the process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide called?

Back

Breathing

Front

What are the air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place?

Back

Alveoli

Front

What is the passageway from the nose to the lungs?

Back

Trachea

Front

What is the use of oxygen by the cells to produce energy called?

Back

Respiration

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To facilitate the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment.

Front

What muscle helps in the process of breathing by contracting and relaxing?

Back

Diaphragm

Front

What are the two main parts of the respiratory system?

Back

Upper respiratory tract and lower respiratory tract.

Front

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

Back

To carry air from the trachea to the lungs.

Front

What is the function of the alveoli?

Back

To allow for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood.