The Respiratory System (copy)
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trachea
carries air from the mouth to the lungs
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ribs
protect the lungs
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intercoastal muscles
expand and contract during breathing
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alveolus
location of gas exchange
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diaphragm
layer of muscle, expands and contracts during breathing
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bronchioles
small branches of the bronchus carry air to the alveoli
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bronchi
one bronchus carries air into each lung
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lung
organ of gas exchange
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epiglottis
covers the trachea when swallowing
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nose
air is warmed and moistened when it enters
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c-shaped rings of cartilage
hold the trachea open
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