QUIZ: RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

1. Which of the following is a function of the respiratory system?
gas exchange
absorption of nutrients
transport of oxygen
structural support

2. The trachea leads to the:
bronchioles
bronchii
esophagus
pulmonary vessel

3. The space at the back of the mouth, that leads either to the airway or the esophagus is the:
larynx
conchae
nasal cavity
pharynx

4. Oxygen from the air enters the blood stream at what location?
cardiac notch
pulmonary vein
alveoli
paranasal sinuses

5. Hyaline cartilage has primary function?
protect the thyroid
increase the surface area
connect the conchae
support the trachea

6. When the diaphragm contracts (is pulled downward), _______ occurs.
inhalation
exhalation
a hiccup
the lungs deflate

respiratory system unlabeled7. On the image shown, what is the bronchi?
letter A
letter B
letter C
letter D

8. On the image, what is the pleural cavity?
letter C
letter AD
letter DE
letter BD

9. AE is the:
inferior lobe
upper edge of the heart
diaphragm
esophagus

10. What divides the left and right side of the nasal cavity?
septum
conchae
pharynx
sinus

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