Respiratory System Flashcards

Our respiratory system flashcards are a helpful tool for learning key words related to the respiratory system. Each card features an English word on one side and its definition on the other, accompanied by audio pronunciation. These flashcards are an excellent way to enhance your understanding of the respiratory system, engagingly and interactively.

The respiratory system is responsible for facilitating breathing. It includes the lungs, trachea, bronchi, and diaphragm. When we breathe in, our lungs take in oxygen from the air, which is then carried to our cells through our bloodstream. The diaphragm helps us inhale and exhale by moving up and down. Maintaining a healthy respiratory system is crucial for overall well-being, so it’s essential to avoid smoking and ensure good air quality in our environment.

Flashcards: Respiratory System

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quick facts

  • The respiratory system is composed of organs that facilitate breathing, including the lungs, nose, and windpipe.
  • When you breathe in, your lungs take in oxygen from the air, which your body needs to survive.
  • When you exhale, your lungs eliminate carbon dioxide, a waste product produced by your body.
  • Your diaphragm is a muscle that helps you breathe – when you breathe in, it contracts and moves down, allowing your lungs to expand.
  • Smoking can harm your respiratory system by causing lung diseases like bronchitis and lung cancer.

card list

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TracheaTrachea: The tube in your throat that carries air to your lungs.
LungsOrgans in the chest that help us breathe by taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.
BronchiThe bronchi are the two main branches of the trachea that carry air into the lungs.
AlveoliSmall sacs in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
DiaphragmThe diaphragm is a muscle that helps with breathing by contracting and relaxing.
PharynxThe pharynx is the part of the throat that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus and trachea.
Nasal cavityThe space inside the nose where air passes through.
BronchiolesSmall airways in the lungs.
RespirationThe process of breathing in oxygen and breathing out carbon dioxide.
OxygenationOxygenation: The process of adding oxygen to the body’s tissues and organs.
Carbon dioxideCarbon dioxide: A gas that is produced when we breathe out and is also released when fossil fuels are burned.
Pulmonary function testTest to measure how well your lungs are working.
AsthmaAsthma: a condition that causes the airways in the lungs to become inflamed and narrow, making it difficult to breathe.
EmphysemaEmphysema: A lung condition where the air sacs become damaged, making it hard to breathe.
BronchitisInflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs.
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