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14 Cards in this Set
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The small sacs at the end of the bronchioles that absorb oxygen from the air.
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Alveoli
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The branch-like structures in the lung that hold the alveoli.
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Bronchioles
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The branch of the trachea that goes into the two lungs.
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Bronchus
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The muscle primarily used for the inhalation and exhalation.
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Diaphragm
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The flap that blocks the trachea from food and liquids.
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Epiglottis
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The area just before the trachea also known as the voice box.
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Larynx
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The organ which houses the bronchioles and alveoli used for breathing.
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Lung
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The hole through which air enters.
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Nostril
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The area in the head which warms, filters, and moistens the air.
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Nasal passages
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The part in the head where the mouth meets the nasal passages.
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Pharynx
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The tube which transports air from the larynx to the lung.
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Trachea
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The membrane around the lungs which reduce friction with the surroundings.
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Pleural membrane
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Also known as the chest cavity.
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Thoracic cavity
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Also known as the vocal cords.
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Glottis
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