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Human Anatomy and Physiology II (AP2) Lab - BIOL 222LS

AP2-Lab Unit-6 Assignment – Respiratory System

Instructor: Dr. Joseph Orban ( [email protected] )

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The Respiratory System

1. Name three main organs that make-up the respiratory system

2. Name 3 functions of the nose

3. Name 4 organs that make up the upper respiratory tract

4. Define the following respiratory system disorders:

1. Hypoxia

1. Asthma

1. COPD

1. Emphysema

1. Lung cancer

1. Kidney stones

5. Name 4 organs that make up the lower respiratory tract

6. What is the name of the structure that prevents food and fluids from entering the larynx?

7. What is the function of Alveoli in the lungs?

8. The trachea divides into two major tubes that enter the lungs. What are the names of the tubes?

9. The trachea and bronchi are referred to as bronchial tree. What is the trunk of the bronchial tree and what are the branches?

10. Name the 3 major parts of the bronchi.

11. Where does gas exchange (oxygen in and carbon dioxide out) take place in the lungs?

12. Trace the pathway of oxygen through the respiratory system and indicate the final destination of oxygen.

13. Part of your nose is made of bone, and another part is made of cartilage. Name 4 major cartilages that make up the front portion of your nose.

14. What effect does heavy smoking have on your lungs? Do you think heavy smoking will make you look older than you are (yes or no)?