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The Respiratory System

The Respiratory System. Your lungs and chest expand like a balloon as you inhale. As you exhale, your lungs deflate slightly. Lesson Objectives. In this lesson, you will learn to:. Describe the functions and structures of the respiratory system Diagram the process of breathing.

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The Respiratory System

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  1. The Respiratory System Your lungs and chest expand like a balloon as you inhale. As you exhale, your lungs deflate slightly.

  2. Lesson Objectives In this lesson, you will learn to: • Describe the functions and structures of the respiratory system • Diagram the process of breathing

  3. Functions of the Respiratory System Two Types of Respiration The main function of the respiratory system is respiration. The process of respiration can be divided into two parts: External Internal • External respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide that takes place between air and blood in the lungs. • Oxygen moves from the lungs into the blood, and carbon dioxide moves from the blood into the lungs.

  4. The Lungs Structure of the Respiratory System • The nose and throat make up the upper respiratory system. • The lower respiratory system contains the larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs. • The lungs are the principle organs of the respiratory system and the site of external respiration. • They are found within the chest cavity and are protected by the ribs. • The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle that causes the chest cavity to expand and contract.

  5. Structure of the Lungs Structure of the Respiratory System • Air moves into the lungs through the trachea. • The trachea branches out into the bronchi, the main airways that reach into each lung. • The bronchi divide and subdivide to form a network of tubes called bronchioles. • At the end of each bronchiole are alveoli, thin-walled air sacs covered with capillaries. • Gas exchange takes place as oxygen and carbon dioxide diffuse across capillary and alveolar walls.

  6. The Respiratory System Structure of the Respiratory System Click image to view animation.

  7. The Breathing Process Structure of the Respiratory System • When you inhale, your lungs expand and the pressure inside them becomes lower than the pressure outside your body. • Air naturally flows into your lungs to equalize the pressure. • When you exhale, the muscles relax and the volume of your chest cavity decreases, making the pressure in your lungs higher than the pressure outside your body. • Air naturally flows out of your lungs to the area of lower pressure.

  8. Structure of the Respiratory System Other Respiratory Structures • The upper respiratory system includes structures such as the nose and mouth. • The membranes of the nose are lined with hair-like structures called cilia and with cells that produce mucus. • Together, the cilia and mucus trap and remove foreign particles that would otherwise move farther into the respiratory system. • In addition to being filtered, air is warmed and moistened as it moves through the nasal passages.

  9. Structure of the Respiratory System Pharynx, Trachea, and Bronchi • Air passes through the respiratory system to the pharynx and into the trachea, which is located in front of the esophagus. • The tissue that lines the trachea is covered with mucus and cilia to trap particles and prevent them from going deeper into the respiratory system. • As the trachea reaches the lungs, it branches into two tubes called bronchi.

  10. Structure of the Respiratory System The Larynx and the Epiglottis • The larynx connects the pharynx and the trachea. • It contains the vocal cords, two bands of tissue that produce sound when air forced between them causes them to vibrate. • The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located above the larynx. • It folds down to close off the entrance to the larynx and trachea when you swallow, keeping food or drink from entering the respiratory system.

  11. Choose the appropriate option. Quick Review Q.The main function of the respiratory system is respiration, the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. True False

  12. Quick Review - Answer A.True. The main function of the respiratory system is respiration, the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. Click Next to attempt another question.

  13. Choose the appropriate option. Quick Review Q.The larynx, or voice box, connects the uvula and the trachea (windpipe). True False

  14. Quick Review - Answer A.False. The larynx, or voice box, connects the pharynx (throat) and the trachea (windpipe). Click Next to attempt another question.

  15. Choose the appropriate option. Quick Review Q.On inhalation, the diaphragm and muscles between your ribs contract, deflating your chest cavity and your lungs. True False

  16. Quick Review - Answer A.False.On inhalation, the diaphragm and muscles between your ribs contract, inflating your chest cavity and your lungs. Click Next to attempt another question.

  17. End of Lesson 3 Click Home to view the Main menu.

  18. Functions of the Respiratory System Two Types of Respiration The main function of the respiratory system is respiration. The process of respiration can be divided into two parts: External Internal • Internal respiration is the exchange of gases between blood and body cells. • Oxygen moves from the blood into the cells, and carbon dioxide moves from the cells into the blood.

  19. Functions of the Respiratory System Two Types of Respiration The main function of the respiratory system is respiration. The process of respiration can be divided into two parts: Respiration, the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. External Internal • External respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide that takes place between air and blood in the lungs. • Oxygen moves from the lungs into the blood, and carbon dioxide moves from the blood into the lungs.

  20. Functions of the Respiratory System Two Types of Respiration The main function of the respiratory system is respiration. The process of respiration can be divided into two parts: Respiration, the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. External Internal Internal • Internal respiration is the exchange of gases between blood and body cells. • Oxygen moves from the blood into the cells, and carbon dioxide moves from the cells into the blood.

  21. Structure of the Respiratory System The Lungs • The nose and throat make up the upper respiratory system. • The lower respiratory system contains the larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs. • The lungs are the principle organs of the respiratory system and the site of external respiration. • They are found within the chest cavity and are protected by the ribs. • The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle that causes the chest cavity to expand and contract. The diaphragm is the muscle that separates the chest from the abdominal cavity.

  22. Structure of the Respiratory System The Larynx and the Epiglottis • The larynx connects the pharynx and the trachea. • It contains the vocal cords, two bands of tissue that produce sound when air forced between them causes them to vibrate. • The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located above the larynx. • It folds down to close off the entrance to the larynx and trachea when you swallow, keeping food or drink from entering the respiratory system. The larynx is the voice box.

  23. Structure of the Respiratory System The Larynx and the Epiglottis • The larynx connects the pharynx and the trachea. • It contains the vocal cords, two bands of tissue that produce sound when air forced between them causes them to vibrate. • The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located above the larynx. • It folds down to close off the entrance to the larynx and trachea when you swallow, keeping food or drink from entering the respiratory system. The pharynx is the throat.

  24. Structure of the Respiratory System The Larynx and the Epiglottis • The larynx connects the pharynx and the trachea. • It contains the vocal cords, two bands of tissue that produce sound when air forced between them causes them to vibrate. • The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located above the larynx. • It folds down to close off the entrance to the larynx and trachea when you swallow, keeping food or drink from entering the respiratory system. The trachea is the windpipe.

  25. A.Correct!The main function of the respiratory system is respiration, the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. Click Next to attempt another question.

  26. You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer.

  27. A.Correct!The larynx, or voice box, connects the pharynx (throat) and the trachea (windpipe). Click Next to attempt another question.

  28. You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer.

  29. A.Correct!On inhalation, the diaphragm and muscles between your ribs contract, inflating your chest cavity and your lungs Click Next to attempt another question.

  30. You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer.

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