Respiratory System

Front

What is the passageway shared by both the digestive and respiratory systems?

Back

Pharynx

Front

Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occur in the lungs?

Back

Alveoli

Front

What do your lungs take in when you breathe?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What do your lungs remove when you breathe?

Back

Carbon Dioxide

Front

What is the function of the bronchi?

Back

Transport air from trachea to lungs

Front

What are the air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place?

Back

Alveoli

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To facilitate gas exchange (oxygen in, carbon dioxide out).

Front

What is the role of the diaphragm in respiration?

Back

To help expand and contract the lungs during breathing.

Front

What is the trachea commonly known as?

Back

Windpipe

Front

What are the tiny hair-like structures that help filter air in the respiratory system?

Back

Cilia