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it consists of the pharynx, the epiglottis, the trachea, the bronchi, the alveoli, and the lungs themselves.
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∙ 12y agobasically nasal cavity is moist and warm and bacteria ,dust stick in it and clean air go into the pharynx.
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What is tha function of the pharynx?
It has both respiratory and digestive functions, serving as a common passageway for air, food and drink.The mouth leads into the oropharynx. The mucous lining the walls of the oropharynx change slightly to adapt for handling food as well as air. It is here that the two tonsils are located. One is at the entrance from the mouth into the oropharynx, and the other is somewhat deeper.
Do carbohydrates make you fat?
They can if you eat too much of it, or have a diet that consists of only carbohydrates and nothing else. Not exercising will also make you fat.
What structure is not a cranial nerve?
Well, the brain stem consists of: the midbrain, the pons, and the medulla oblongata. So, any thing else is considered to not be a part of the brain stem.
Why is the entire earth called the largest ecological system?
Because the whole planet is an ecological system, everything else is just a subsystem.
What is the central nervous system composed of?
The central nervous system is composed of the brain and the spinal cord. Everything else is classed as the Peripheral nervous system.
What else is the respiratory system responsible for?
the respiratory system is responsible for getting the oxygen and carbon dioxcide through and out of your body!
What are the organs in your respiratory system?
The organs that make up the respiratory system are the lungs ,trachea ,bronchial tubes,mouth,nose( anything you use to breath.)IDK i think this is right i studied it for a while til i dropped out.We got the nasal passage, oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lung, heart, and the ribs.
How have the horses respiratory system adapted to living in the wild?
Evendentually they do, or else they couldn't have lived in the wild for so long.
What is a ladybugs respiratory system?
i do not know why ask us can u ask someone else instead of us our website
Where does gas exchange happen other than the lungs?
Usually in the body, it is only in the lungs or the respiratory system and nothing else.
Why is it necessary for the respiratory and circulatory system to work together?
When you get oxygen into your lungs, it doesn't stop there. The circulatory system carries it to the brain and everywhere else it's needed.
What are the effects of ozone emissions from electronics on the respiratory system?
Same as with ozone from auto emissions, or anything else. Concentration times time tells the entire story.
Name six systems in the nervous system?
I think there are only two. The Central Nervous System and the Peripheral Nervous System. The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord. The PNS everything else outside of that. The PNS includes motor, sensory, and interneurons.
What is tha function of the pharynx?
It has both respiratory and digestive functions, serving as a common passageway for air, food and drink.The mouth leads into the oropharynx. The mucous lining the walls of the oropharynx change slightly to adapt for handling food as well as air. It is here that the two tonsils are located. One is at the entrance from the mouth into the oropharynx, and the other is somewhat deeper.
Where else is the pleural membrane located in the respiratory system?
The pleural membrane is a thin fluid filled lining that lines the lungs. Whenever the layer dries and friction begins, it can turn into a condition called pleurisy.
What does chewing tobacco do to the respiratory system?
Any chewing tobacco or snuff does more damage to the mouth and parts relating to it than anything else..I.E....tongue, cheek, gum, and throat types of cancers.
How does the stomach help the respiratory system?
The stomach aids the Respiratory System by breaking down nutrients that will be absorbed by finger-like projections known as villi located in the small intestine, and then the nutrients will be released in the bloodstream by blood vessels located near Th e villi and the nutrients Will be sent to organs to allow them of greater health which includes.. the lungs
