MT-Respiratory System Quiz

The (a)   is responsible for filtering, moistening, and warming the air.

The (a)   is a patch of lymphoid tissue located in the nasopharynx.

The (a)   protects the airway during swallowing.

The (a)   divides the nasal cavity.

The (a)   is located between the pharynx and trachea.

Which part of the respiratory system houses the vocal cords?

• Nasal cavity

• Pharynx

• Larynx

• Trachea

How many regions does the pharynx contain?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What function does the nasal cavity NOT perform?

• Houses vocal cords

• Filters air

• Moistens air

• Warms air

Which component is NOT part of the blood?

• Platelets

• Plasma

• Lymph nodes

• Leukocytes

What is the primary function of the epiglottis?

• To aid in breathing

• To protect the airway during swallowing

• To filter air

• To warm air