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Define respiration Release of energy from food Taking in oxygenMaking energy Breathing

What is the function of the cilia in the trachea? To warm air To stop colds and flu To trap particles To help breathing

State one cause of asthma. Wheezy breathingAllergens BreathlessnessSunshine

How do you treat asthma? Breathing correctlyBronchodilators ExerciseBronchoinhaler

What is the function of the rings of cartilage in the trachea? To produce mucusPeristalsis To let cilia move To keep trachea open

The bronchioles end in small sacs. What are these sacs called? VilliAlveoli CapillariesAir holes

Which of the following is a muscle that is used in breathing. StomachDiagram DiaphragmLung

Which of the following is a breathing disorder? InfluenzaBronchitis Lung cancerMeningitis

How can you prevent an asthma attack? Avoid allergensExercise Take vitaminsRest

What is the role of alveoli? Brings CO 2 into blood Brings O 2 into blood Gas exchangeAir exchange

How do you measure the breathing rate? Thermometer Count number of breaths/min Take your pulseUse a heart sensor

What gas controls the breathing rate in humans? O2O2 N2N2 AirCO 2

Name the blood vessel that brings blood from the lungs to the heart? Pulmonary arteryPulmonary vein AortaVena cava

Apart from water name one other substance found in sweat? UrineNitrates SaltSulphates

State the location of the intercostal muscles. Under the lungsBetween ribs Under the ribsBeside diaphragm

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