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Sasser Respiratory
Life Science
Term | Definition |
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respiration | is the process by which a body gets and uses oxygen and releases carbon dioxide and water. |
respiratory system | is the group of organs that take in oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide. |
pharynx | the passage from the mouth to the larynx and esophagus |
larynx | the area of the throat that contains the vocal cords and produces vocal sounds. |
trachea | the tube that connects the larynx to the lungs |
bronchus | one of the two tubes that connect the lungs with the trachea |
alveoli | any of the tiny air sacs of the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged. |