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Respiratory System Study Stack-Ch. 16

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What is the name of the gaseous waste in the respiratory system?   show
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What is the main muscle utlized for breathing?   show
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The process of gas exchange where oxygen is added to the blood and carbon dioxide is removed.   show
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show Sinuses  
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show Larynx  
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show Chronic Bronchitis  
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The general term used to describe a lung disease in which the airways become obstructed.   show
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show Pneumothorax  
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show Pleural effusion  
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A condition whereby fluid accumulates in the lungs   show
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show Ventilation  
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Identify the main organs of the respiratory system.   show
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show gas exchange, regulation of blood pH, voice production, olfaction, and protection  
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What are the functions of the nasal cavity?   show
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show Phrenic Nerve  
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show parietal pleura  
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show Alveolus  
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show glottis  
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show trachea  
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show epiglottis  
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show lungs  
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show diaphragm  
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A substance that reduces surface tension of the fluids thast line the alveoli. Prevents the collapse of alveoli and eases lung expansion.   show
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show diffusion  
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What areas of the brain are involved in the control of breathing?   show
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show air vibrations  
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show diaphragm contracts, compresses abdominal organs, thorasic cavity enlarges, intercostals lift ribs and sternum  
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Explain the changes in the thorax during exhalation   show
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What are hiccups?   show
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Why do we yawn?   show
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How does excess carbon dioxide in the blood effect the breathing rate?   show
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Compare and Contrast the amounts of carbon dioxide and oxygen carried in the arteries.   show
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A lack of oxygen in the blood which can be local or systemic   show
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show asthma  
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show cyanosis  
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show croup  
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What are the functions of the sinuses?   show
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show tension on vocal cords  
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What factor controls volume of your voice?   show
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Compare and Contrast pulmonary vein, pulmonary artery, and pulmonary capillary.   show
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What is the normal respiration rate of an adult?   show
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What is the purpose of the C-shaped rings of tough, rubbery, cartilage that are in your trachea?   show
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show Residual Volume  
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Maximum amount of air that can be forced out after a deep breath   show
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Amount of air during normal breathing   show
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show total lung capacity  
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