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In frogs what is the path of food through the respiratory system?
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∙ 15y ago
In no animal does food pass thought the respiratory system. The respiratory system is used for breathing (gas exchange) not food. The Alimentary Canal or gastrointestinal tract is what is employed for the digestion of food.
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What is the function of epiglotts in respiratory system?
It prevents food from going to the respiratory system
Why does the respiratory system need the digestive system?
The respiratory system consists of living tissue that requires food to survive. The digestive system processes the food you eat and turns it into a form that can be carried to the cells of the respiratory system so they can be well nourished and keep the respiratory system functioning properly..
What is the difference between the respiratory and the circulatory system?
The digestive system breaks down and absorbs food. The circulatory system circulates blood through your body. The respiratory system exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide. With the help of the circulatory system it transfers these gases to and from your cells.
Does the respiratory system break down food?
no it is the breathing system
Is the pharynx part of the immune system?
no, it is part of both the respiratory and digestive system, it is the passage through which both air and food pass before separating into the esophagus for food or the trachea for air
What is the relation between the digestive system and the respiratory system?
the digestive system is obliviously for breaking and digesting food whereas the respiratory system is for breathing
What system is the pharynx larynx and trachea a part of?
The pharynx is the part of the throat through which both air and food pass, this means that is it part of both the respiratory and digestive system.
How does the respiratory system work with the other body systems?
The respiratory system works with the body to help our body function correctly. One of the things it does is it gives our cells/blood oxygen to take to the rest of our body.the respiratory system affects the body by allowing you to obtain oxygen
Is oral cavity part of respiratory system?
No, they are not part of the respiratory system. They are analogous to bones and participate in the digestive system by breaking down food into smaller particles.
What pathway is in the digestive system and the respiratory system?
the respiratory system and the digestive system share the Pharynx. The Respiratory system contains the eppiglottis, which keeps food going down the esophogus instead of the trachea
Which organ system carries food around your body?
Respiratory system
Which prevents the food from entering the respiratory system?
It's entering the Urinary system, and when it's entered, it will go r past through the Large and small intenstine .
