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Human Resp System LE

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
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1.

Which of the following is a function of the respiratory system?

a)

gas exchange

b)

absorption of nutrients

c)

transport of oxygen

d)

structural support

2.

The trachea leads to the:

a)

bronchioles

b)

bronchii

c)

esophagus

d)

pulmonary vessel

3.

The space at the back of the mouth, that leads either to the airway or the esophagus is the:

a)

larynx

b)

conchae

c)

nasal cavity

d)

pharynx

4.

Oxygen from the air enters the blood stream at what location?

a)

cardiac notch

b)

pulmonary vein

c)

alveoli

d)

paranasal sinuses

5.

When the diaphragm contracts (is pulled downward), _______ occurs.

a)

inhalation

b)

exhalation

c)

a hiccup

d)

the lungs deflate

6.

On the image shown, what is the bronchi?

a)

letter A

b)

letter B

c)

letter C

d)

letter D

7.

AE is the:

a)

inferior lobe

b)

upper edge of the heart

c)

diaphragm

d)

esophagus

8.

A flap over the trachea that keeps out food and anything else that could clog the trachea.

a)

Epiglottis

b)

Larynx

c)

Pharynx

9.

The voicebox

a)

Pharynx

b)

Trachea

c)

Larynx

10.

The function of hair in the nose is

a)

to cause us to sneeze

b)

to help gas exchange in the lungs

c)

to keep water out of the lungs

d)

filter air