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Respiration System
Quiz on 5-10-06
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8th Grade
05/10/2006

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Term
nasal cavity
Definition
where air enters and exits the body
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Pharynx
Definition
Connection between nasal cavity and esophagus
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Larynx
Definition
voice box, allows sound to be made, muscle contractions allow amounts of air to enter and exit enabling vibration
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Primary Brochi
Definition
a pathway where the trachea breaks into two sections to allow air to travel in to both lungs
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Trachea
Definition
Rigid connection that allows air to travel to lungs
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Bronchial Tree
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A continuation of the pathwat of air
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Lungs
Definition
The basic air respiratory system
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Diaphragm
Definition
muscle that helps lungs expand and contract
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