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The Respiratory System

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1 The Respiratory System

2 Is a body system that The Respiratory System: provides body cells
with Oxygen and Removes Carbon Dioxide

3 Air moves through the mouth or nose through the
TRACHEA into the lungs.

4 Trachea Is the windpipe that air travels to the lungs

5 CILIA are hair-like structures in the respiratory system that trap dust and other particles.

6 MUCUS Is the sticky substance that lines the nasal passages and traps dust and dirt in the air you breathe.

7 The flap that covers the entrance to the trachea is the
EPIGLOTTIS

8 The purpose of the Epiglottis is:
To prevent food and liquid from entering the trachea. It is the flap that covers the entrance to the trachea when you swallow.

9 Air enters the lungs through two short tubes called
Bronchial Tubes (Bronchi)

10 Small tubes that lead to the alveoli are called:
Bronchioles

11 Alveoli Are small air sacs at the ends of the Bronchioles Alveoli

12 5 Ways to Care for your Respiratory system:
Exercise Regularly Avoid Polluted Air Avoid Tobacco Smoke Seek Medical Help for Respiratory Infections 5. Sit, stand & walk with correct posture

13 Healthy Lung Years of Smoking


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