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13.01 - Respiratory System Pt.1: Crash Course

13.01 - Respiratory System Pt.1: Crash Course

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Biology

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the diaphragm in breathing?

Back

The diaphragm helps change the pressure in the thoracic cavity to facilitate breathing.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does bulk flow in respiration compare to?

Back

Bulk flow in respiration is comparable to taking public transportation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary purpose of the epiglottis?

Back

The primary purpose of the epiglottis is to direct food and liquid away from the lungs.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is moisture important in the respiratory system?

Back

Moisture helps dissolve oxygen for easier diffusion.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why did early life forms need a circulatory system?

Back

Early life forms needed a circulatory system to grow larger and more complex.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of alveoli in the respiratory system?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does oxygen enter the bloodstream?

Back

Oxygen enters the bloodstream through the walls of the alveoli by diffusion.

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