Quiz about Respiratory System Test Review

Question 1

How does the volume of the chest cavity change during inhalation and exhalation?

Accepted Answer

It increases during inhalation and decreases during exhalation

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It decreases during inhalation and increases during exhalation

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It remains constant during both inhalation and exhalation

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It fluctuates randomly during inhalation and exhalation

Question 2

Through which process does gas exchange across cellular membranes occur?

Accepted Answer

Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Active transport

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Facilitated diffusion

Question 3

Which two muscles contract to cause inhalation?

Accepted Answer

Intercostal muscles and diaphragm

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Abdominal and sternocleidomastoid muscles

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Pectoral muscles and diaphragm

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Internal intercostal muscles and abdominal muscles

Question 4

Where are the primary bronchi located?

Accepted Answer

They branch off at the end of the trachea, entering the lungs.

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Within the heart adjacent to the aorta.

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At the base of the lungs near the diaphragm.

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In the upper respiratory tract near the nasal cavity.

Question 5

The movement of air into and out of the lungs ________.

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary Ventilation

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Cellular Respiration

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External Respiration

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Internal Respiration

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Respiratory Gas Transport

Question 6

Gas exchange that occurs between the air in the alveoli and your blood ________.

Accepted Answer

External Respiration

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Cellular Respiration

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Internal Respiration

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Pulmonary Ventilation

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Respiratory Gas Transport

Question 7

Transport of carbon dioxide and oxygen through the blood to the cells of your body ________.

Accepted Answer

Respiratory Gas Transport

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Cellular Respiration

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External Respiration

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Internal Respiration

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Pulmonary Ventilation

Question 8

Gas exchange between your blood and tissues throughout your body that need oxygen ________.

Accepted Answer

Internal Respiration

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Cellular Respiration

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External Respiration

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Pulmonary Ventilation

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Respiratory Gas Transport

Question 9

The reaction that actually uses oxygen, occurs in the mitochondria, and produces ATP energy and CO₂ -

Accepted Answer

Cellular Respiration

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External Respiration

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Internal Respiration

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Pulmonary Ventilation

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Respiratory Gas Transport

Question 10

What are the functions of the nose in respiration?

Accepted Answer

Olfaction (smell), passage way for air, filters air, moistens and warms air, and resonance chamber for speech

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Tasting, hearing, blinking, sneezing, and chewing

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Running, jumping, swimming, diving, and flying

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Picking, supporting glasses, sniffing, snoring, and dripping

Question 11

What are conchae, where are they located, and what is their function?

Accepted Answer

Bony ridges, found in the nasal cavity. They circulate, warm, moisten, and filter the air.

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Small fluid filled canals, found in the ear. They assist in hearing and balance.

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Cluster of nerve like cells, found in the heart. They initiate a heartbeat.

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Small chambers, found in the lungs. They facilitate gas exchange.

Question 12

Know what substances are supposed to pass through the 3 regions of the throat: Nasopharynx ________, Oropharynx ________, Laryngopharynx ________.

Accepted Answer

N - Air only; O - Air, Food, Drink; L - Air, Food, Drink

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N - Food and Drink; O - Air only: L - Air, Food, Drink

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N - Air and Food; O - Air, Food, Drink; L - Food and Drink only

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N -Air only; O - Food and Drink only; L - Air, Food, Drink

Question 13

Why are the pleural membranes important for maintaining the health of your lungs?

Accepted Answer

They secrete fluid that reduces the friction between your lungs and the ribs.

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They protect your lungs from being punctured.

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They filter airborne pathogens before they get inside your lungs

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They aid in gas exchange and the muscle contractions involved with breathing.

Question 14

What are the 3 functions of the sinuses?

Accepted Answer

Produce mucus to filter air

Accepted Answer

Resonance chambers for speech

Accepted Answer

Lighten the skull

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Gas exchange

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Respiratory gas transport

Question 15

What are the functions of the larynx?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Maintain an open airway

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Has a switching mechanism between the trachea and esophagus

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Voice production

Question 16

What structures make up the conducting zone?

Accepted Answer

Nose, Pharynx, Larynx, Trachea, Bronchi, Bronchioles

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Terminal bronchioles, Alveoli, Alveolar Ducts, and Alveolar Sacs

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Esophagus, Stomach, and Intestines

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Heart, Arteries, and Veins

Question 17

What is the function of the conducting zone?

Accepted Answer

To filter, warm, and moisten air and conduct it into the lungs

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To transport air into the lungs

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To exchange gases between lung air spaces and blood

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To produce vocal sounds

Question 18

What structures make up the respiratory zone?

Accepted Answer

Alveoli, Alveolar ducts, and Respiratory/terminal bronchioles

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Trachea, Bronchi, and Bronchioles

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Nasal cavity, Pharynx, and Larynx

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Diaphragm, Intercostal muscles, and Pleura

Question 19

What process happens in the respiratory zone?

Accepted Answer

Exchange of gasses between air and blood

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Air passage for breathing

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Filtration of air

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Sound production

Question 20

Where are alveoli found, and what is their function during respiration?

Accepted Answer

In the lungs, where gas exchange occurs

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In the brain, to assist in neural activity

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In the heart, to pump blood

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In the stomach, to digest food

Question 21

What is the order of structures that inhaled air passes through it get from the nose to the alveoli in the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli

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Nasal cavity, larynx, diaphragm, bronchioles, alveoli

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Nasal cavity, trachea, diaphragm, bronchi, alveoli

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Nasal cavity, mouth, esophagus, stomach, bronchioles, alveoli

Question 22

What is the role of the cardiovascular system in respiration?

Accepted Answer

The cardiovascular system performs the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide during respiration.

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The cardiovascular system regulates body temperature during breathing.

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The cardiovascular system filters carbon dioxide from the blood.

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The cardiovascular system produces oxygen in the lungs.

Question 23

What structure forms the Adam's apple / voice box?

Accepted Answer

Larynx

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Tonsils

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Epiglottis

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Trachea

Question 24

What is the purpose of the surfactant produced by the cells in your lungs?

Accepted Answer

Keeps lungs tissues moist and aids in diffusion of gasses.

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To increase the surface area of the alveoli.

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Binds oxygen and transports it to the body's cells

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To filter out dust and particles from the air.

Question 25

What is the difference between the parietal and visceral pleural membranes?

Accepted Answer

The parietal pleura lines the rib cage; the visceral pleura directly covers the lungs.

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The visceral pleura is responsible for gas exchange in the lungs.

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The parietal pleura is thicker than the visceral pleura.

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The parietal pleura directly covers the lungs; the visceral pleura lines the rib cage.

Question 26

Which protein found in red blood cells is necessary for transporting respiratory gasses?

Accepted Answer

Hemoglobin

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Myoglobin

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Collagen

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Actin

Question 27

What happens to the blood if the concentration of carbon dioxide is too high?

Accepted Answer

The blood becomes acidic

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The blood becomes less acidic

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The blood's oxygen levels increase significantly.

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The blood remains unchanged regardless of carbon dioxide levels.

Question 28

Which lung is smaller? Why is this the case?

Accepted Answer

The left lung is smaller, to make room for the heart.

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The right lung is smaller, there is less space on the right side of the chest.

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Both lungs are the same size, each side is equally important

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The left lung is larger, the left side of the body needs more oxygen.

Question 29

What are the two reasons that high altitudes make it difficult to breathe?

Accepted Answer

1. Decreased air pressure results in lower oxygen concentration in the air. 2. Lower pressure slows diffusion of gasses

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1. More trees at high altitudes produce extra oxygen. 2. The thicker air is difficult for the lungs to breathe in.

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1. Lower temperatures increase oxygen absorption. 2. Lower pressure increases the rate of gas diffusion

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1. Increased humidity decreases available oxygen molecules. 2. Lower pressure slows the speed of blood moving through the circulatory system.

Question 30

What is the epiglottis, and what is its function?

Accepted Answer

The epiglottis is a cartilage flap that prevents food and liquids from entering the trachea during swallowing.

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The epiglottis is a bone that supports the jaw.

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The epiglottis is a muscle that helps in breathing.

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The epiglottis is a gland that produces saliva.

Question 31

What are the two reasons that exercise increases your respiratory rate?

Accepted Answer

Increased oxygen demand and increased carbon dioxide production.

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Lower body temperature and reduced blood flow.

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Decreased heart rate and increased muscle fatigue.

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Increased nutrient absorption and decreased energy expenditure.

Question 32

When is a cough reflex triggered?

Accepted Answer

When anything besides air enters the larynx

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When the throat is dry and needs moisture

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Psychological reasons with no physical component

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When carbon dioxide levels rise rapidly

Question 33

_________ is the main cause of emphysema.

Accepted Answer

Cigarette smoking

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Allergies

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Genetic factors

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Air pollution

Question 34

What system is malfunctioning when you have an allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Immune system

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Circulatory system

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Respiratory system

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Nervous system

Question 35

How does emphysema affect the alveoli and respiration?

Accepted Answer

Emphysema destroys the walls of the alveoli, impairing gas exchange and making breathing difficult

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Emphysema strengthens the alveoli, enhancing respiratory function.

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Emphysema has no effect on the alveoli or respiration.

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Emphysema causes the alveoli to become more elastic, improving gas exchange.

Question 36

The narrowing of the bronchioles and the restriction of airflow that can occur due to exercise, allergies, or stress is a condition called -

Accepted Answer

asthma

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anaphylaxis

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pneumonia

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emphysema

Question 37

What condition involves fluid filling up the respiratory zones inside the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia

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Influenza

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Asthma

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Chronic bronchitis

Question 38

The C-shaped cartilage rings that line the trachea serve what two functions?

Accepted Answer

Support the trachea and keep the airway open, allow flexibility so the esophagus can expand when swallowing

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Support the trachea and keep it open, Protect the lungs

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Produce mucus, Filter air

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Allow flexibility for movement, Produce mucus

Question 39

If you are not acclimated to high altitudes what two things will happen to you first when you climb too high?

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation and increased heart rate

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Increased heart rate and improved stamina.

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Enhanced vision and hyperventilation

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Dehydration and increased appetite.

Question 40

What changes in a person's body over time to acclimate to high altitudes?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Increased red blood cell production and increased capillary bed

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Altered hemoglobin that is more efficient

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Mitochondria become more efficient at producing ATP

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Lower metabolic rate

Question 41

How do you reverse an anaphylactic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Administer epinephrine immediately.

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Wait for the symptoms to subside on their own.

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Give the person water to drink.

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Apply a cold compress to the area.

Question 42

Why are respiratory viruses the number one cause of disease worldwide?

Accepted Answer

Airborne transmission is very effective so many viruses have evolved this trait.

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They only affect the elderly and infants.

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They are not easily treated with antibiotics.

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The immune system is weaker in the lungs

Question 43

What are the differences in the symptoms of someone experiencing HAPE vs HACE?

Accepted Answer

HAPE symptoms include shortness of breath, cough, chest pains, and blood saliva, while HACE symptoms include confusion and ataxia.

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HAPE symptoms include dizziness and fatigue, while HACE symptoms include muscle cramps and joint pain.

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HAPE symptoms are primarily gastrointestinal, while HACE symptoms are related to skin rashes.

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HAPE symptoms include fever and headache, while HACE symptoms include nausea and vomiting.

Question 44

A

Accepted Answer

nasopharynx

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pharynx

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laryngopharynx

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oropharynx

Question 45

B

Accepted Answer

Oropharynx

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Trachea

Answer

Laryngopharynx

Answer

Larynx

Question 46

C

Accepted Answer

Laryngopharynx

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Epiglottis

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Oropharynx

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Larynx

Question 47

D

Accepted Answer

Hyoid bone

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Trachea

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Epiglottis

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Thyroid cartilage

Question 48

E

Accepted Answer

Thyroid cartilage

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Tracheal cartilage

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Pharynx

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Cricoid bone

Question 49

AB

Accepted Answer

Primary bronchi

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Bronchioles

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Alveoli

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Trachea

Question 50

AC

Accepted Answer

Bronchioles

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Primary bronchi

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Alveoli

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Trachea

Question 51

AD

Accepted Answer

Epiglottis

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Trachea

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Larynx

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Pharynx

Question 52

AE

Accepted Answer

Trachea

Answer

Bronchi

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Esophagus

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Alveoli

Question 53

BC

Accepted Answer

Alveoli

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Bronchi

Answer

Epiglottis

Answer

Bronchioles

Respiratory System Test Review

53 questions

How does the volume of the chest cavity change during inhalation and exhalation?

Through which process does gas exchange across cellular membranes occur?

Which two muscles contract to cause inhalation?

Where are the primary bronchi located?

The movement of air into and out of the lungs ________.

Gas exchange that occurs between the air in the alveoli and your blood ________.

Transport of carbon dioxide and oxygen through the blood to the cells of your body ________.

Gas exchange between your blood and tissues throughout your body that need oxygen ________.

The reaction that actually uses oxygen, occurs in the mitochondria, and produces ATP energy and CO₂ -

What are the functions of the nose in respiration?

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Respiratory System Test Review

53 questions

How does the volume of the chest cavity change during inhalation and exhalation?

Through which process does gas exchange across cellular membranes occur?

Which two muscles contract to cause inhalation?

Where are the primary bronchi located?

The movement of air into and out of the lungs ________.

Gas exchange that occurs between the air in the alveoli and your blood ________.

Transport of carbon dioxide and oxygen through the blood to the cells of your body ________.

Gas exchange between your blood and tissues throughout your body that need oxygen ________.

The reaction that actually uses oxygen, occurs in the mitochondria, and produces ATP energy and CO2 -

What are the functions of the nose in respiration?

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