respiratory system Crossword Puzzles
Respiratory System 2023-02-09
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- extends from the larynx to the bronchi
- tubes from the trachea to the lungs
- contains our vocal chords
- better organ for breathning than a mouth
- sacs where gas exchange occurs
- dioxide a toxic gas
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- can be used to breathe and eat
- muscle below lungs
- when we expel air
- when we take in air
- two large sacs used to breathe
- small branches of bronchi
- the gas needed for life
13 Clues: when we expel air • muscle below lungs • when we take in air • dioxide a toxic gas • the gas needed for life • small branches of bronchi • contains our vocal chords • can be used to breathe and eat • two large sacs used to breathe • sacs where gas exchange occurs • tubes from the trachea to the lungs • extends from the larynx to the bronchi • better organ for breathning than a mouth
Respiratory System 2020-12-22
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- last name of the person with longest bout of hiccups
- what we call the sudden contraction of diaphragm; noise is caused by air expelled from lung as vocal cords close
- can lung capacity change: yes or no?
- medical term for a collapsed lung
- when the brain detects low levels of oxygen we do this
- what is the only body organ that can float on water
- what do lungs and tennis courts have in common
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- name for the exam using a camera to look into your lungs
- name for the physician that specializes in respiratory system
- True or False: Your lungs are identical
- common name for the thyroid cartilage
- besides carbon dioxide, what else do you “lose” when you exhale
- percent of oxygen do our bodies use (of the amount we breathe in)
13 Clues: medical term for a collapsed lung • can lung capacity change: yes or no? • common name for the thyroid cartilage • True or False: Your lungs are identical • what do lungs and tennis courts have in common • what is the only body organ that can float on water • last name of the person with longest bout of hiccups • when the brain detects low levels of oxygen we do this • ...
respiratory system 2021-04-13
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- Infection and inflammation of the alveoli
- Opening into the trachea to create an artificial airway to relieve respiratory obstruction that had occurred above the point
- Inhalation of foreign object into the airway
- atresia Congenital obstruction of the posterior nares by an obstruction membrane or bony growth, preventing a newborn from drawing air though the nose and down into the nasopahrynx
- Caused by stimulation of the nerves of the respiratory tract mucosa by the presence of dust, chemicals, mucus, or inflammation
- of Fingers Change in the angle between the fingernail and the nailbed because of increased capillary growth in the fingertips
- Nosebleed
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- Presence of atmospheric air in the pleural space which causes the alveoli to collapse
- Collapse of the lung alveoli
- Most common chronic illness in children
- Introduction of radiopaque solution in the respiratory tract through USN or catheter before an X-ray study is performed
- Nonrigid part of the chest draws inward because of decreased intrapleural pressure
- Inflammation of the larynx, trachea and major bronchi
13 Clues: Nosebleed • Collapse of the lung alveoli • Most common chronic illness in children • Infection and inflammation of the alveoli • Inhalation of foreign object into the airway • Inflammation of the larynx, trachea and major bronchi • Nonrigid part of the chest draws inward because of decreased intrapleural pressure • ...
Respiratory System 2021-05-25
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- Small branches of the bronchial tubes that lead to the alveoli
- Blood vessels in the alveoli walls that move oxygen and carbon dioxide
- lobes three lobes in the right lung and two in the left lung.
- Thin sacs that surround each lung lobe and separate your lungs from the chest wall
- Passage connecting your throat and lungs
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- Tiny air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place
- Bones that surround and protect your lungs and heart
- Muscle that helps your lungs pull in air and push it out
- and Nose Openings that let air inside the body into the system
- Tube that delivers air from your mouth and nose to the trachea
- Hollow areas that help regulate the temperature and humidity or the air you inhale
- tubes tubes at the bottom of your windpipe that connect into each lung
- Two organs that remove oxygen from the air and pass into your blood
13 Clues: Passage connecting your throat and lungs • Bones that surround and protect your lungs and heart • Muscle that helps your lungs pull in air and push it out • Tube that delivers air from your mouth and nose to the trachea • Small branches of the bronchial tubes that lead to the alveoli • lobes three lobes in the right lung and two in the left lung. • ...
Respiratory System 2022-05-25
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- 21% of what you breathe in.
- Your alveoli do this when you breathe in
- What you have to do to live.
- The system that helps you breathe.
- Where the gasses go when you breathe in.
- The area of the throat containing the vocal cords and used for breathing, swallowing, and talking. Also called voice box.
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- We use this to eat, talk, or chew.
- Your alveoli do this when you breathe out.
- The hollow tube that starts behind the nose, goes down the neck, and ends at the top of the trachea.
- These fill up when you breathe in.
- 78% of what you breathe in.
- Large airways that lead to the lungs. (Also called a windpipe).
- We use this to smell.
13 Clues: We use this to smell. • 21% of what you breathe in. • 78% of what you breathe in. • What you have to do to live. • We use this to eat, talk, or chew. • These fill up when you breathe in. • The system that helps you breathe. • Your alveoli do this when you breathe in • Where the gasses go when you breathe in. • Your alveoli do this when you breathe out. • ...
Respiratory System 2017-12-20
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- The alveoli have _______ linings.
- The reaction that we call burning.
- Where gas exchange takes place.
- The gas produced by respiration.
- The muscle that controls the size of your lungs.
- .________ Priestly discovered oxygen.
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- The bones that protect your lungs.
- Another word for a windpipe
- The alveoli have _____ walls.
- The alveoli have a large ______ _____.
- The movement of gases from a high to a low concentration.
- The gas mad by photosynthesis.
- The animal that was used to help discover oxygen.
13 Clues: Another word for a windpipe • The alveoli have _____ walls. • The gas mad by photosynthesis. • Where gas exchange takes place. • The gas produced by respiration. • The alveoli have _______ linings. • The bones that protect your lungs. • The reaction that we call burning. • .________ Priestly discovered oxygen. • The alveoli have a large ______ _____. • ...
Respiratory System 2018-03-18
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- Chronic disease causing increased sensibility to lungs
- Muscle group forming the diaphragm
- Group using the positive pressure breathing method
- Type of pressure breathing for mammals and reptiles
- Air going into the lungs
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- Moves air into the bronchus
- Number of protection for the lung
- Infection of the Larynx
- Location for gas exchange
- Terrestrial vertebrate with the best respiratory system
- Part allowing speech
- Normal volume of air when breathing
- Entrance for air
13 Clues: Entrance for air • Part allowing speech • Infection of the Larynx • Air going into the lungs • Location for gas exchange • Moves air into the bronchus • Number of protection for the lung • Muscle group forming the diaphragm • Normal volume of air when breathing • Group using the positive pressure breathing method • Type of pressure breathing for mammals and reptiles • ...
Respiratory System 2023-05-10
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- the capacity that measures the amount of air a person can move in and out of lungs
- a mechanism to transport CO2 that dissolves in plasma
- the pleura that covers lung surfaces
- a type of respiration that exchanges oxygen and CO2 between the capillary and alveoli
- simple squamous epithelium that performs diffusion and produces surfactants
- location of the body in addition to the lungs where gas exchange occurs
- flow of blood in the pulmonary capillaries
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- a measure of pressure that determines gas exchange and where gasses move
- effect on ventilation rate with high levels of carbon dioxide
- a law that describes the relationship between pH and oxygen/hemoglobin association
- effect on volume in thoracic cavity when diaphragm contracts
- movement of air into and out of the lungs
- law that state that pressure and volume are inversely proportional
- area of brain that sets basis rhythm of breathing
14 Clues: the pleura that covers lung surfaces • movement of air into and out of the lungs • flow of blood in the pulmonary capillaries • area of brain that sets basis rhythm of breathing • a mechanism to transport CO2 that dissolves in plasma • effect on volume in thoracic cavity when diaphragm contracts • effect on ventilation rate with high levels of carbon dioxide • ...
Respiratory System 2024-08-15
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- Closes off the trachea when swallowing to prevent choking
- Filters and warms the air
- Traps dust and microbes
- Produces sound and prevents food from entering the airways
- Carries air from the trachea into the lungs
- Houses the structures where gas exchange occurs
- Connects the nasal cavity to the larynx and helps direct air
- Site of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange with the blood
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- Contracts and flattens to allow the lungs to expand during breathing
- Allows air to enter and exit the nasal cavity
- Sweeps mucus and trapped particles out of the airways
- Essential gas that the body needs for cellular respiration
- Distributes air to the alveoli within the lungs
13 Clues: Traps dust and microbes • Filters and warms the air • Carries air from the trachea into the lungs • Allows air to enter and exit the nasal cavity • Distributes air to the alveoli within the lungs • Houses the structures where gas exchange occurs • Sweeps mucus and trapped particles out of the airways • Closes off the trachea when swallowing to prevent choking • ...
Respiratory System 2025-09-15
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- – Muscle under lungs that contracts to help breathe in and out.
- – Smaller tubes inside the lungs carrying air to alveoli.
- – Tiny air sacs where oxygen enters the blood and carbon dioxide leaves.
- – Passage connecting nose/mouth to the larynx.
- – Sticky substance that traps dust, germs, and particles.
- – Entry for air; filters, warms, and moistens it.
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- – Tube carrying air from the larynx to the bronchi; lined with cilia.
- – Tiny hairs in trachea/bronchi that sweep out dust and germs.
- – Two main branches leading air into each lung.
- – Directs air into the trachea and contains vocal cords.
- – Organs holding bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli; expand to move air.
- – Flap that stops food entering the trachea when swallowing.
- – Secondary entry for air, especially when breathing hard.
13 Clues: – Passage connecting nose/mouth to the larynx. • – Two main branches leading air into each lung. • – Entry for air; filters, warms, and moistens it. • – Directs air into the trachea and contains vocal cords. • – Smaller tubes inside the lungs carrying air to alveoli. • – Sticky substance that traps dust, germs, and particles. • ...
Respiratory System 2025-09-08
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- A strong muscular sheet that separates the chest cavity from the stomach cavity.
- An airtight space surrounded by the ribcage.
- Houses the vocal cords.
- Another name for the throat,splits into the esophagus and larynx
- Another name for windpipe.
- The Trachea divides into two tubes called __________.
- Small branches within the lungs.
- When the diaphragm contract, the chest cavity expands and the pressure in the lungs decreases.
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- The flap that prevent food going down your wind pipe.
- Hollow area behind the nose.
- An indention on the left lung to accommodate the heart.
- When the diaphragm relaxes, the chest cavity contracts and the pressure in the lungs increases.
- microscopic air sacs where gases diffuse in and out of the blood.
13 Clues: Houses the vocal cords. • Another name for windpipe. • Hollow area behind the nose. • Small branches within the lungs. • An airtight space surrounded by the ribcage. • The flap that prevent food going down your wind pipe. • The Trachea divides into two tubes called __________. • An indention on the left lung to accommodate the heart. • ...
Respiratory System 2026-03-09
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- Talking
- The voice box
- Roof of the mouth
- Acid Base Balance contributes to this in the body
- The Bronchi break into these smaller structures
- Thin scroll like bones located in the nasal cavity
- The act of air moving over the vocal chords and causing a sound to occur
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- Protects the trachea from foreign material
- The name of the vessels that allow gas exchange in the lungs
- Tiny air sacs that allow gas exchange
- Also known as the windpipe
- The nostrils
- An elongated ________ Palate is common in Brachycephalic breeds
13 Clues: Talking • The nostrils • The voice box • Roof of the mouth • Also known as the windpipe • Tiny air sacs that allow gas exchange • Protects the trachea from foreign material • The Bronchi break into these smaller structures • Acid Base Balance contributes to this in the body • Thin scroll like bones located in the nasal cavity • ...
Respiratory System 2026-03-31
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- Difficulty or discomfort in breathing (shortness of breath)
- A condition where hemoglobin cannot carry oxygen properly
- A voice test where “E” sounds like “A,” suggesting abnormal lung tissue
- A collapsed lung caused by air in the pleural space
- A blood clot blocking blood flow in the lungs
- Abnormal lung sounds heard during breathing (like crackles or wheezing)
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- Breathing too fast or too deeply, lowering carbon dioxide levels
- Coughing up blood
- A test where spoken words sound louder/clearer, indicating possible lung abnormality
- A normal hollow sound heard when percussing healthy lung tissue
- A reflex that clears the airway of mucus, irritants, or foreign material
- Vibrations felt on the chest when a person speaks
- Whispered words heard clearly through the lungs, indicating consolidation
13 Clues: Coughing up blood • A blood clot blocking blood flow in the lungs • Vibrations felt on the chest when a person speaks • A collapsed lung caused by air in the pleural space • A condition where hemoglobin cannot carry oxygen properly • Difficulty or discomfort in breathing (shortness of breath) • A normal hollow sound heard when percussing healthy lung tissue • ...
APMT1- Respiratory System 2025-03-26
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- Lubrication that creates the surface tension that helps maintain the position of the lungs
- Part of the respiratory tract that includes the nasal cavity, the pharynx, and the larynx
- Means throat
- The external intercostal muscle relaxes and the ribs return to their resting position during this.
- Continues the route for ingested material and air until its inferior end
- Entrance and exit for respiratory system
- Formed by C-shaped pieces of hyaline cartilage
- Term that describes slow or shallow respirations
- A passageway for air
- Means to breath
- Structure shared by both the respiratory and digestive system
- Means breathing
- Contraction of the external intercostal muscles occur during this.
- Inflammation of the larynx
- Word part that means chest
- Smaller vessels branching from the smallest bronchi
- Term means having low oxygen levels in the blood
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- Largest cartilaginous structure that makes up the larynx
- The total number of breaths that occur each minute
- A cluster of many individual alveoli that are responsible for gas exchange
- Respiratory system doctor
- Connects the pharynx to the trachea
- Complex protein which binds to oxygen in the presence of iron
- Builds up in the blood during hypoventilation
- Shortness of breath
- The pharynx posterior to the nasal cavities
- The amount of air that normally enters the lungs during quiet breathing
27 Clues: Means throat • Means to breath • Means breathing • Shortness of breath • A passageway for air • Respiratory system doctor • Inflammation of the larynx • Word part that means chest • Connects the pharynx to the trachea • Entrance and exit for respiratory system • The pharynx posterior to the nasal cavities • Builds up in the blood during hypoventilation • ...
Respiratory 2021-08-10
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- passage connecting throat to lungs
- Structure that protects lungs
- tube delivering air from mouth and nose to trachea
- releasing CO2
- mouth, nose, sinuses, pharynx, trachea, bronchial tubes, lungs
- lung compartments
- respiratory rate <12 respirations per minute
- gas exchange
- small branches of the bronchial tubes that lead to alveoli
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- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- inflammation of the airways
- muscle that assists with breathing
- normal to see lung capacity decrease
- thin sac surrounding lungs
- Inflammation of lungs
- Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs
- system related to breathing
- respiratory rate >22 respirations per minute
- COPD and lung cancer
- oxygen intake
20 Clues: gas exchange • releasing CO2 • oxygen intake • lung compartments • COPD and lung cancer • Inflammation of lungs • thin sac surrounding lungs • inflammation of the airways • system related to breathing • Structure that protects lungs • Inflammation of bronchial tubes • passage connecting throat to lungs • muscle that assists with breathing • normal to see lung capacity decrease • ...
Body System and Function Course 3 Module 1 2013-09-26
12 Clues: Immune System • Urinary System • Sensory System • Nervous System • Lymphatic System • Digestive System • Respiratory System • Circulatory System • Repoductive System • Integumentary System • Endocrinology System • Muscoskeletal System
Human Body System 2023-01-10
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- It's a blood cell that fights off disease
- Tiny air sacs at the end of bronchioles.
- Multiple tissues make…
- The system that brings oxygen in and gets rid of carbon dioxide.
- Where the digestion system begins.
- Multiple cells together make…
- Stores urine
- Filters blood to get through the excretory system.
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- It directs air to the lungs
- In the small intestine where digested food is absorbed.
- Connects the mouth to the stomach
- The main thing that helps us breathe in the respiratory system
- It absorbs water
- The most important organ in the respiratory system
- Multiple organs together make…
15 Clues: Stores urine • It absorbs water • Multiple tissues make… • It directs air to the lungs • Multiple cells together make… • Multiple organs together make… • Connects the mouth to the stomach • Where the digestion system begins. • Tiny air sacs at the end of bronchioles. • It's a blood cell that fights off disease • The most important organ in the respiratory system • ...
Excretory System 2022-11-10
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- 2 organs in the respiratory system
- What organ makes urine?
- What surrounds the small intestines?
- Urine exits through the...
- What does the excretory system remove?
- What does the respiratory system remove?
- What does the digestive system remove?
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- Main organ of integumentary sytem
- What connects the kidneys to the bladder?
- What is within the large intestines?
- Pouch for urine
- What does the integumentary system remove?
12 Clues: Pouch for urine • What organ makes urine? • Urine exits through the... • Main organ of integumentary sytem • 2 organs in the respiratory system • What is within the large intestines? • What surrounds the small intestines? • What does the excretory system remove? • What does the digestive system remove? • What does the respiratory system remove? • ...
Respiratory System 2023-10-11
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- - Filters out any dust as well as keeping lung cells moist
- - When a substance moves automatically from an area of high concentration to one of low concentration
- - Isoniazid is an example of a medicine for what disease
- - Connects the nose and mouth; it is also connected to both the digestive and respiratory system.
- - Enters the bloodstream through diffusion
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- - Tiny air sacs
- - System that the respiratory system works close with
- - Major organ of the Respiratory system
- - Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal are all examples of what disease?
- - System that is made up of lungs, nose, mouth, trachea, and bronchi
10 Clues: - Tiny air sacs • - Major organ of the Respiratory system • - Enters the bloodstream through diffusion • - System that the respiratory system works close with • - Isoniazid is an example of a medicine for what disease • - Filters out any dust as well as keeping lung cells moist • - Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal are all examples of what disease? • ...
Respiratory System Review 2024-12-04
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- oxygen that is brought into the body eventually needs to get to every ___ in the body
- the main tube bringing oxygen into the system
- the place where the mouth tube and the nose tube meet up
- one area that air enters the respiratory system
- the gas that is exhaled
- the site where gas is exchanged/diffuese with the blood
- the muscle that controls breathing
- the body system that allows for gas exchange with the blood
- the 2 sponge-like sacs that gases need to get in the respiratory system
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- the small blood vessels that surround the alveoli sacs
- the bronchi branch off into these smaller tubes within the lungs
- the small hairs that line the respiratory tract and help to catch materials
- the flap that covers the esophagus when you are breathing
- one area that air enters the respiratory system
- the gas that is inhaled
- the 2 tubes that split off of the trachea and lead into a lung
16 Clues: the gas that is exhaled • the gas that is inhaled • the muscle that controls breathing • the main tube bringing oxygen into the system • one area that air enters the respiratory system • one area that air enters the respiratory system • the small blood vessels that surround the alveoli sacs • the site where gas is exchanged/diffuese with the blood • ...
Frog Anatomy 2024-06-03
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- Filters blood, makes urine; part of the excretory system
- lower chamber of the heart;part of the circulatory system
- Carries eggs in female frog
- Digestion, uptake of sugar; part of the digestive system
- Stores solid waste part of multiple systems
- moves digested food out of the body; part of the digestive system
- Blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart; part of the circulatory system
- Organ near the stomach that produces, stores, and eliminates blood cells
- Stores bile; part of the digestive system
- the two upper chambers of the heart; part of the circulatory system
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- Hearing
- Transparent cover that protects the eye
- Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart; part of the circulatory system
- All waste is collected; part of the digestive system
- air opening to exchange gases
- First site of chemical digestion; part of digestive system
- Thin membrane that holds the coils of the small intestinelungs Deliver oxygen to the body; part of the respiratory system
- largest digestive gland or organ in the body of the frog: part of the digestive systemlargest digestive gland or organ in the body of the frog: part of the digestive system
- Stores urine; part of the excretory system
- Deliver oxygen to the body; part of the respiratory system
20 Clues: Hearing • Carries eggs in female frog • air opening to exchange gases • Transparent cover that protects the eye • Stores bile; part of the digestive system • Stores urine; part of the excretory system • Stores solid waste part of multiple systems • All waste is collected; part of the digestive system • Filters blood, makes urine; part of the excretory system • ...
Anatomy 2023-02-10
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- Thigh bone
- Side of the head
- The bone between the ribs
- Between the arm and the forearm
- Connects bones and muscles
- Lower part of the torso, between abdomen and thighs
- Connects bones to each other
- Stores urine
- Respiratory muscle
- The system that enables the body's movement
- The smaller part of the brain
- Carries oxygenated blood
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- Home for the brain
- Backbone is made of these
- The bigger bone below the knee
- The smallest blood vessels
- The larger part of the brain
- Food passes through this
- The system that provides oxygen for the body
- Filters waste out of blood
20 Clues: Thigh bone • Stores urine • Side of the head • Home for the brain • Respiratory muscle • Food passes through this • Carries oxygenated blood • Backbone is made of these • The bone between the ribs • The smallest blood vessels • Connects bones and muscles • Filters waste out of blood • The larger part of the brain • Connects bones to each other • The smaller part of the brain • ...
Body Systems 2022-10-29
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- Helps fight off bacteria
- The major organ of the muscular system
- Control center of your body that sends messages to your body
- Another word that can be used for the circulatory system
- What is a major organ in the nervous system
- Moves blood through out your body
- What is a major organ in the circulatory system
- What is one major organ in the Digestive system
- known as one of the largest organ of the immune system
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- What is one major organ in the respiratory system
- Helps your body move
- Removes waste form your body
- A major organ of the excretory system
- Takes carbon dioxide out and oxygen in when you breath
- This system helps break down your food for nutrients to be absorbed.
15 Clues: Helps your body move • Helps fight off bacteria • Removes waste form your body • Moves blood through out your body • A major organ of the excretory system • The major organ of the muscular system • What is a major organ in the nervous system • What is a major organ in the circulatory system • What is one major organ in the Digestive system • ...
Body Systems 2022-10-29
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- A major organ of the excretory system
- What is a major organ in the circulatory system
- known as one of the largest organ of the immune system
- What is a major organ in the nervous system
- Another word that can be used for the circulatory system
- Removes waste form your body
- Moves blood through out your body
- The major organ of the muscular system
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- Helps fight off bacteria
- Takes carbon dioxide out and oxygen in when you breath
- What is one major organ in the respiratory system
- Helps your body move
- Control center of your body that sends messages to your body
- This system helps break down your food for nutrients to be absorbed.
- What is one major organ in the Digestive system
15 Clues: Helps your body move • Helps fight off bacteria • Removes waste form your body • Moves blood through out your body • A major organ of the excretory system • The major organ of the muscular system • What is a major organ in the nervous system • What is a major organ in the circulatory system • What is one major organ in the Digestive system • ...
station 12 2024-04-10
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- the main organ of the respiratory system
- the process of breathing
- the process of exhaling
- a chronic, progressive, and incurable lung disease that causes difficulty breathing
- the coughing up of blood from the respiratory tract
- causes coughing and breathing
- mucus coughed up from the lungs
- air passage that goes from the throat to the bronchi
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- The respiratory system's main job is to move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases.
- the process the inhaling
- allows air to enter your body, then filters debris and warms and moistens the air.
- results from smoking and chronic breathing
- branches of the passages of the respiratory system that lead from the trachea to the lungs
- an irritation and inflammation of the lining of the bronchi
- contagious lung disease caused by a bacterium that is transmitted through air
- brings air into the lungs
16 Clues: the process of exhaling • the process the inhaling • the process of breathing • brings air into the lungs • causes coughing and breathing • mucus coughed up from the lungs • the main organ of the respiratory system • results from smoking and chronic breathing • the coughing up of blood from the respiratory tract • air passage that goes from the throat to the bronchi • ...
Oxygen's Playground 2025-03-31
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- An infection of the lungs that can cause inflammation and fluid buildup.
- the large tubes that connect to your trachea (windpipe) and direct the air you breathe to your right and left lungsthe large tubes that connect to your trachea (windpipe) and direct the air you breathe to your right and left lungsthe large tubes that connect to your trachea (windpipe) and direct the air you breathe to your right and left lung
- A tiny branch of air tubes in the lungs.
- The main organs of the respiratory system, responsible for gas exchange
- A muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity and plays a crucial role in breathing
- Tiny, hair-like structures that line the respiratory tract and help filter out dust and other particles
- a healthcare professional who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions affecting the lungs and breathing
- a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the lungs and respiratory system a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the lungs and respiratory system
- The process of breathing air into the lungs.
- a malignant disease in which abnormal cells grow in the lungs
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- The process of moving air into and out of the lungs.
- A sticky substance that traps dust and other particles in the respiratory tract.
- The process of breathing air out of the lungs.
- A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
- Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.
- The space inside the nose where air is filtered, warmed, and moistened.
- The voice box, located at the top of the trachea.
- The windpipe, a tube that carries air from the pharynx to the lungs.
- A chronic respiratory disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
- The throat, a passageway for both air and food.
20 Clues: A tiny branch of air tubes in the lungs. • The process of breathing air into the lungs. • The process of breathing air out of the lungs. • The throat, a passageway for both air and food. • A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. • The voice box, located at the top of the trachea. • The process of moving air into and out of the lungs. • ...
Body Systems Parts 1 & 2 2026-03-05
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- Food is chewed in your mouth and is mixed up in your _______
- Major organ of the respiratory system; works as a pair
- system that mechanically and chemically breaks down food, absorbs nutrients, and converts food to energy
- Protects your brain
- Food moves from your stomach to the _______ where water is absorbed
- System that transports oxygen and nutrients to the body and removes CO2 and other waste products
- Major organs of the urinary system where your blood is filtered
- system that removes wastes that can cause toxic build up and lead to diseases or death
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- Part of the nervous system that goes through your vertebrae
- major organ of the circulatory system
- Muscle of your upper leg
- System that provides support, movement, protection, blood cell production, and calcium storage
- System that supplies the blood with oxygen
- System that is responsible for the movement of the human body
- The upper leg bone
- System that controls and transmits signals between different parts of the body to the brain.
- the most important organ of the nervous system
- Muscle in your arm
18 Clues: The upper leg bone • Muscle in your arm • Protects your brain • Muscle of your upper leg • major organ of the circulatory system • System that supplies the blood with oxygen • the most important organ of the nervous system • Major organ of the respiratory system; works as a pair • Part of the nervous system that goes through your vertebrae • ...
Human Body Crossword 2024-11-11
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- System that takes in oxygen.
- Part of blood that carries oxygen.
- System that moves blood around your body.
- System that sends signals around your body telling it what to do.
- Yellow liquid that makes up over half of our blood.
- Part of blood that fights sickness.
- Main organ of the circulatory system and also called a pump.
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- System that protects organs and gives your body shape.
- Smallest part of blood that causes clots.
- Main organ of the nervous system that controls your body.
- Main organ of the respiratory system that expand and fill with air.
- Main organ of the digestive system that uses acid to break down food.
- System that breaks down food into energy.
- System that covers the bones and allows your body to move.
- Red liquid that carries oxygen around your body.
- Outer layer that regulates temperature.
16 Clues: System that takes in oxygen. • Part of blood that carries oxygen. • Part of blood that fights sickness. • Outer layer that regulates temperature. • Smallest part of blood that causes clots. • System that breaks down food into energy. • System that moves blood around your body. • Red liquid that carries oxygen around your body. • ...
Respiratory System 2012-05-24
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- A muscle that helps you breath
- Does the opposite of the pulmonary vein.
- The vocal box of you body.
- A passage where air is purified, humidified and warmed.
- Breathing out
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- The tr5achea divides into this.
- We breath out this gas.
- The outer covering of the lungs
- The smallestr of the respiratory branches.
- This carries blood from the lungs to the heart
- Also called air sacs
- Leads from the mouth to the lungs.
- We breath in this gas
13 Clues: Breathing out • Also called air sacs • We breath in this gas • We breath out this gas. • The vocal box of you body. • A muscle that helps you breath • The tr5achea divides into this. • The outer covering of the lungs • Leads from the mouth to the lungs. • Does the opposite of the pulmonary vein. • The smallestr of the respiratory branches. • ...
Respiratory System 2014-01-08
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- blister on lung
- collection of air in the pleural space
- also called "white lung" (acronym)
- accumulation of pus in a body cavity
- incision into the chest
- respiratory membrane secretion
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- Pleural membrane that covers the lung tissue
- inflammation of the pleura
- Bloody sputum
- Chest collapses during inspiration during this type of respiration
- rapid respirations
- shift: a complication of tension pneumothorax
- blood in the pleural cavity
13 Clues: Bloody sputum • blister on lung • rapid respirations • incision into the chest • inflammation of the pleura • blood in the pleural cavity • respiratory membrane secretion • also called "white lung" (acronym) • accumulation of pus in a body cavity • collection of air in the pleural space • Pleural membrane that covers the lung tissue • shift: a complication of tension pneumothorax • ...
Respiratory System 2014-05-09
13 Clues: a wall • two pipes • cleans air • a little flap • connects lungs • helps the lungs • air passes threw • you breath threw • helps you breath • back of the nose • protects or houses • cords helps you talk • Equalizes ear pressure
Respiratory System 2018-02-20
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- The tiny hairs that keep mucus and dirt out of your lungs
- I _____so my diaphragm relax and doomed.
- about 78% in air
- When you _______ the volume of thorax increase
- process in which energy is released from food
- _________ is not good for your lungs.
- The voice box is also known as the
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- just below the voice box in front of the esophagus
- Exchange of air occurs in _______ which are also known as 'air sacs'
- leaf-like structure which prevents the entry of food into respiratory passages
- Flattish, dome-shaped muscle that contract and relax to aid in inhaling and exhaling.
- The trachea is also called the:
- gas needed to help release energy from food
13 Clues: about 78% in air • The trachea is also called the: • The voice box is also known as the • _________ is not good for your lungs. • I _____so my diaphragm relax and doomed. • gas needed to help release energy from food • process in which energy is released from food • When you _______ the volume of thorax increase • just below the voice box in front of the esophagus • ...
respiratory system 2021-04-13
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- Infection and inflammation of the alveoli
- Opening into the trachea to create an artificial airway to relieve respiratory obstruction that had occurred above the point
- Inhalation of foreign object into the airway
- atresia Congenital obstruction of the posterior nares by an obstruction membrane or bony growth, preventing a newborn from drawing air though the nose and down into the nasopahrynx
- Caused by stimulation of the nerves of the respiratory tract mucosa by the presence of dust, chemicals, mucus, or inflammation
- of Fingers Change in the angle between the fingernail and the nailbed because of increased capillary growth in the fingertips
- Nosebleed
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- Presence of atmospheric air in the pleural space which causes the alveoli to collapse
- Collapse of the lung alveoli
- Most common chronic illness in children
- Introduction of radiopaque solution in the respiratory tract through USN or catheter before an X-ray study is performed
- Nonrigid part of the chest draws inward because of decreased intrapleural pressure
- Inflammation of the larynx, trachea and major bronchi
13 Clues: Nosebleed • Collapse of the lung alveoli • Most common chronic illness in children • Infection and inflammation of the alveoli • Inhalation of foreign object into the airway • Inflammation of the larynx, trachea and major bronchi • Nonrigid part of the chest draws inward because of decreased intrapleural pressure • ...
Respiratory System 2024-04-23
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- the volume of air inhaled or exhaled during normal, involuntary breathing
- a large sheet of muscle located beneath the lungs.
- a bacterial infection that damages the tissues of the lungs
- a tiny branch of he bronchus that connects to a cluster of alveoli
- the tube leading from the mouth toward the lungs
- tiny sacs at the end of bronchiole that forms the respiratory membrane
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- moist membrane covering the lung and chest cavity wall on each side
- a collapse lung caused by introduction of air between the pleural membranes
- the volume of air remaining in the lungs after forced exhalation
- infection of the lungs that causes the alveoli to fill with pus and mucus
- one of the two main branches of he trachea that lead toward the lungs
- contains the vocal cord
- flap of tissue which prevents food from entering windpipe during swallowing
13 Clues: contains the vocal cord • the tube leading from the mouth toward the lungs • a large sheet of muscle located beneath the lungs. • a bacterial infection that damages the tissues of the lungs • the volume of air remaining in the lungs after forced exhalation • a tiny branch of he bronchus that connects to a cluster of alveoli • ...
Respiratory System 2024-08-20
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- used as a rescue inhaler
- anti-inflammatory/risk for suicide
- opioid agonist/causes constipation
- first generation antihistamine
- corticosteroid nasal spray
- caffeine and chocolate should be avoided due to increasing drug levels
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- risk for adrenal insufficiency if abruptly stopped
- anti-cholinergic bronchodilator
- expectorant/stay hydrated
- LABA
- used for dry cough
- rebound congestion as a side effect
- second generation antihistamine/decreased CNS effects
13 Clues: LABA • used for dry cough • used as a rescue inhaler • expectorant/stay hydrated • corticosteroid nasal spray • first generation antihistamine • anti-cholinergic bronchodilator • anti-inflammatory/risk for suicide • opioid agonist/causes constipation • rebound congestion as a side effect • risk for adrenal insufficiency if abruptly stopped • ...
Respiratory system 2025-01-23
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- Outer layer of the lungs
- Process of breathing in
- Smaller airways inside the lungs
- Protects the lungs and heart
- Tubes branching from the trachea
- Structure dividing the nose into two passages
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- Gas taken in during inhalation
- Hair like structures that trap particles in the airways
- Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs
- Gas expelled during exhalation
- Windpipe that carries air to the lungs
- Primary muscle for breathing
- The voice box
13 Clues: The voice box • Process of breathing in • Outer layer of the lungs • Primary muscle for breathing • Protects the lungs and heart • Gas taken in during inhalation • Gas expelled during exhalation • Smaller airways inside the lungs • Tubes branching from the trachea • Windpipe that carries air to the lungs • Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs • ...
Respiratory System 2024-01-26
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- Chronic obstruction of the airways leading to ineffective exchange of respiratory gases (abbreviation)
- Free air in the tissues of the chest wall
- Viral infection producing inflammatory swelling localized to the subglottic portion of the trachea
- Relating to the Diaphragm
- Diminished air within the lung associated with reduced lung volume
- Pathologic condition characterized by chronic inflammation of the lungs caused by a acid-fast bacillus
- Lung
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- Severe pulmonary disease caused by inhalation of irritating particles
- Primary carcinoma of the lung arising from the mucosa of the bronchial tree
- Rare accumulation of infected liquid or pus in the pleural space
- Secretion of excessive viscous mucus by exocrine glands
- Most common lung pathology of hospitalized patients
- Lung structure breaks down causing leakage into the interstitial and alveolar spaces (abbreviation)
13 Clues: Lung • Relating to the Diaphragm • Free air in the tissues of the chest wall • Most common lung pathology of hospitalized patients • Secretion of excessive viscous mucus by exocrine glands • Rare accumulation of infected liquid or pus in the pleural space • Diminished air within the lung associated with reduced lung volume • ...
Respiratory System 2024-03-27
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- Windpipe & base of our tongue.
- Temporary, can spread from one person to another.
- Inside of your nose.
- Little barrier in your throat.
- Breathing engine.
- Pair of Organs in the chest.
- Helps in eating and speaking.
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- Affects certain parts of the lungs, and makes it difficult to breathe.
- Serves as a air passageway.
- Voice box.
- Small air sacs at the end of the bronchioles/end of respiratory system.
- Allows gases to pass across cell membranes and enter/exit the cells.
- Two large tubes connected to the Trachea.
13 Clues: Voice box. • Breathing engine. • Inside of your nose. • Serves as a air passageway. • Pair of Organs in the chest. • Helps in eating and speaking. • Windpipe & base of our tongue. • Little barrier in your throat. • Two large tubes connected to the Trachea. • Temporary, can spread from one person to another. • Allows gases to pass across cell membranes and enter/exit the cells. • ...
Respiratory System 2022-04-20
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- soft sounds of air filling alveoli.
- sounds produced by air rushing through trachea and bronchi
- flap of tissue that sits beneath the tongue at the back of the throat, closes over windpipe while your eating to prevent food from entering your airway.
- any of the many tiny air sacs of the lungs which allow for rapid gaseous exchange.
- us the long tube that connects your larynx to your bronchi, often called the windpipe.
- two thin layers of tissue that protect and cushion the lungs.
- a pair of spongy, air-filled organs located on either side of the chest.
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- are a connected system of hollow cavities in the skull.
- hollow muscular organ that forms an air passage to the lungs and holds the vocal cords, commonly called the voice box
- any of the minute branches into which a bronchus divides.
- respiratory sounds are monitored using this instrument.
- hair-like projections that line the bronchus in the lungs. They move microbes and debris up and out of the airways.
- usually called the throat, carries air, food, fluid down from the nose and mouth.
13 Clues: soft sounds of air filling alveoli. • are a connected system of hollow cavities in the skull. • respiratory sounds are monitored using this instrument. • any of the minute branches into which a bronchus divides. • sounds produced by air rushing through trachea and bronchi • two thin layers of tissue that protect and cushion the lungs. • ...
Respiratory System 2022-06-14
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- the centerpiece of your respiratory system
- two large tubes that carry air from your windpipe to your lungs
- They are a major site of pathology in many lung diseases
- a muscular tube that runs from the nose down the neck
- are classified as either upper or lower airways
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- an other word for windpipe
- U-shaped tube that connects your larynx to your lungs
- air passages inside the lungs that branch off like tree limbs from the bronchi
- one of the two areas we can breath from
- an other word for throat
- An other word for voice box
- the second area we can breath from
- is involved in swallowing, breathing, and voice production
13 Clues: an other word for throat • an other word for windpipe • An other word for voice box • the second area we can breath from • one of the two areas we can breath from • the centerpiece of your respiratory system • are classified as either upper or lower airways • a muscular tube that runs from the nose down the neck • U-shaped tube that connects your larynx to your lungs • ...
Respiratory system 2026-01-20
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- Main breathing muscle that contracts to pull air into the lungs.
- One of the two main tubes that enters each lung from the trachea.
- Nerve that helps control breathing with an input from the receptors.
- Nerve that controls the diaphragm.
- Muscles between the ribs that help expand the chest during breathing.
- “Voice box” that connects the pharynx to the trachea.
- Small branching airways inside the lungs that lead to alveoli.
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- Sensors that detect CO₂, O₂, and pH levels in the blood.
- Throat region that connects the nose/mouth to the larynx and esophagus.
- Tiny air sac where gas exchange happens (O₂ in, CO₂ out).
- Windpipe that carries air from the larynx to the lungs.
- Sensors in the lungs that detect inflation to prevent overexpansion.
- Substance that reduces surface tension to keep alveoli from collapsing.
13 Clues: Nerve that controls the diaphragm. • “Voice box” that connects the pharynx to the trachea. • Windpipe that carries air from the larynx to the lungs. • Sensors that detect CO₂, O₂, and pH levels in the blood. • Tiny air sac where gas exchange happens (O₂ in, CO₂ out). • Small branching airways inside the lungs that lead to alveoli. • ...
PSL 431 Week Twelve 2013-04-11
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- This zone of the respiratory system contains the alveolar ducts.
- These intercostal muscles are supplementary to inspiration.
- This can be found by adding and individual's tidal volume with their inspiratory reserve volume.
- Given a certain change in pressure, how difficult is it to cause a volume change?
- The alveoli tend to experience this when trans-pulmonary pressure is negative.
- Total volume of air that can be moved into or out of lungs.
- Volume of air displacement during normal quiet breathing.
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- These muscles are recruited during forced expiration.
- Normally, this is occurs passively.
- This is the pressure difference between the alveolar pressure and the inter-pleural pressure.
- Allows small alveoli to have a lower inflating pressure.
- The alveoli tend to experience this when trans-pulmonary pressure is positive.
- This zone of the respiratory system contains the 20th generation bronchioles.
- The nitrogen washout technique is used to determine this value.
- This process requires shortening of the diaphragm.
- This zone of the respiratory system consists of the nose and mouth.
16 Clues: Normally, this is occurs passively. • This process requires shortening of the diaphragm. • These muscles are recruited during forced expiration. • Allows small alveoli to have a lower inflating pressure. • Volume of air displacement during normal quiet breathing. • These intercostal muscles are supplementary to inspiration. • ...
Respiratory System Review 2024-12-04
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- the body system that allows for gas exchange with the blood
- the gas that is exhaled
- the place where the mouth tube and the nose tube meet up
- oxygen that is brought into the body eventually needs to get to every ___ in the body
- the 2 sponge-like sacs that gases need to get in the respiratory system
- the flap that covers the esophagus when you are breathing
- the small blood vessels that surround the alveoli sacs
- the gas that is inhaled
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- the site where gas is exchanged/diffuese with the blood
- the bronchi branch off into these smaller tubes within the lungs
- the 2 tubes that split off of the trachea and lead into a lung
- one area that air enters the respiratory system
- one area that air enters the respiratory system
- the small hairs that line the respiratory tract and help to catch materials
- the muscle that controls breathing
- the main tube bringing oxygen into the system
16 Clues: the gas that is exhaled • the gas that is inhaled • the muscle that controls breathing • the main tube bringing oxygen into the system • one area that air enters the respiratory system • one area that air enters the respiratory system • the small blood vessels that surround the alveoli sacs • the site where gas is exchanged/diffuese with the blood • ...
Excretory System Crossword 2022-11-09
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- Filters blood with cellular waste
- Organ that is part of the digestive system
- System that excretes Carbon Dioxide
- Tube carrying urine outside the body
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- System that excretes salts
- Storage sac for urine
- System that excretes feces
- Organs that are part of the respiratory system
- System that excretes urine
- Tubes from the kidneys to the bladder
- Organ that is part of the integumentary system
11 Clues: Storage sac for urine • System that excretes salts • System that excretes feces • System that excretes urine • Filters blood with cellular waste • System that excretes Carbon Dioxide • Tube carrying urine outside the body • Tubes from the kidneys to the bladder • Organ that is part of the digestive system • Organs that are part of the respiratory system • ...
Body Systems 2022-10-29
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- Helps fight off bacteria
- The major organ of the muscular system
- Control center of your body that sends messages to your body
- Another word that can be used for the circulatory system
- What is a major organ in the nervous system
- Moves blood through out your body
- What is a major organ in the circulatory system
- What is one major organ in the Digestive system
- known as one of the largest organ of the immune system
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- What is one major organ in the respiratory system
- Helps your body move
- Removes waste form your body
- A major organ of the excretory system
- Takes carbon dioxide out and oxygen in when you breath
- This system helps break down your food for nutrients to be absorbed.
15 Clues: Helps your body move • Helps fight off bacteria • Removes waste form your body • Moves blood through out your body • A major organ of the excretory system • The major organ of the muscular system • What is a major organ in the nervous system • What is a major organ in the circulatory system • What is one major organ in the Digestive system • ...
Body Systems 2022-10-29
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- A major organ of the excretory system
- What is one major organ in the respiratory system
- Another word that can be used for the circulatory system
- Helps fight off bacteria
- Removes waste form your body
- Moves blood through out your body
- What is one major organ in the Digestive system
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- What is a major organ in the nervous system
- What is a major organ in the circulatory system
- This system helps break down your food for nutrients to be absorbed.
- Takes carbon dioxide out and oxygen in when you breath
- Helps your body move
- The major organ of the muscular system
- known as one of the largest organ of the immune system
- Control center of your body that sends messages to your body
15 Clues: Helps your body move • Helps fight off bacteria • Removes waste form your body • Moves blood through out your body • A major organ of the excretory system • The major organ of the muscular system • What is a major organ in the nervous system • What is a major organ in the circulatory system • What is one major organ in the Digestive system • ...
Biology Vocabulary Review 2025-06-13
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- Mechanism
- Species,Trade off
- Over,DNA
- Square,DNA Replication
- Capacity,Ecology
- Selection
- system,Digestive System
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- Feedback,Positive Feedback
- Synthesis
- Respiration,Anaerobic Respiration
- Cycle,Decomposition
- Engineering
- Pyramid,Biotic
- System,Circulatory System
- Acids,Carbohydrates
- Services,Homologous Structures
16 Clues: Over,DNA • Synthesis • Mechanism • Selection • Engineering • Pyramid,Biotic • Capacity,Ecology • Species,Trade off • Cycle,Decomposition • Acids,Carbohydrates • Square,DNA Replication • system,Digestive System • System,Circulatory System • Feedback,Positive Feedback • Services,Homologous Structures • Respiration,Anaerobic Respiration
Body Systems Puzzle 2022-03-25
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- an organism could ___ if an organ system failed
- this system is often called the immune system as well
- even though these are considered independent systems, they have to work ___ in order for the organism to live
- process by which an organism maintains an internal balance regardless of external environmental changes
- a ___ organism has many cells
- this system gives your body shape and provides muscles with a place to attach to
- this system works with the skeletal system to move your body
- your lungs is where ___ gas is carried to for respiratory purposes
- this system regulates reproductive organs, growth, and hormones
- a group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function
- this system controls everything you do and everything your body does
- this system refers to the male and female parts needed to produce offspring
- this system is often called the excretory system
- this system processes the important minerals, minerals, and energy out of our food before turning it into solid waste
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- this system helps your body get rid of liquid waste
- this system fights off disease
- a ___ organism only has one cell
- a group of organs with related functions working together to perform body functions
- this system protects you from the outside world
- one function of the skin is to help regulate your body ___
- the immune system circulates ___ blood cells throughout our body to fight off disease
- basic unit of life
- a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function
- the integumentary system includes your ___, your hair and your nails
- the integumentary system is the ___ system in your body
- the respiratory system not only helps bring oxygen into the body but it also helps get rid of ____
- this system helps get oxygen out of the air you breathe
- a living thing that carries out all basic functions for life
- each muscle in your body is attached to a ___
- known as the control center for your body
30 Clues: basic unit of life • a ___ organism has many cells • this system fights off disease • a ___ organism only has one cell • known as the control center for your body • each muscle in your body is attached to a ___ • an organism could ___ if an organ system failed • this system protects you from the outside world • this system is often called the excretory system • ...
Body Systems 2022-10-29
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- The major organ of the muscular system
- Helps fight off bacteria
- This system helps break down your food for nutrients to be absorbed.
- What is one major organ in the Digestive system
- What is one major organ in the respiratory system
- Takes carbon dioxide out and oxygen in when you breath
- Removes waste form your body
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- What is a major organ in the nervous system
- Another word that can be used for the circulatory system
- Control center of your body that sends messages to your body
- A major organ of the excretory system
- What is a major organ in the circulatory system
- Helps your body move
- Moves blood through out your body
- known as one of the largest organ of the immune system
15 Clues: Helps your body move • Helps fight off bacteria • Removes waste form your body • Moves blood through out your body • A major organ of the excretory system • The major organ of the muscular system • What is a major organ in the nervous system • What is a major organ in the circulatory system • What is one major organ in the Digestive system • ...
Respiratory Anatomy 2024-10-18
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- The area of the respiratory tract where gas exchange occurs, primarily consisting of respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli.
- prevents food from getting into the airways.
- Transports air from the nasal cavity to the terminal bronchioles without any gas exchange.
- A ring-shaped cartilage located below the thyroid cartilage.
- Pleural membrane attached to the thoracic wall.
- The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and the tissues.
- One of the paired cartilages in the larynx
- Exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the external environment and the blood.
- Pleural membrane attached to the lungs.
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- The narrowing of the bronchi due to contraction of smooth muscles.
- The process by which cells use oxygen to produce energy (ATP) from nutrients.
- The widening of the bronchi caused by sympathetic activation, reducing airway resistance.
- The only elastic cartilage of the larynx.
- The part of the respiratory system above the larynx.
- The largest cartilage of the larynx, commonly known as the Adam’s apple.
- The part of the respiratory system below the larynx.
16 Clues: Pleural membrane attached to the lungs. • The only elastic cartilage of the larynx. • One of the paired cartilages in the larynx • prevents food from getting into the airways. • Pleural membrane attached to the thoracic wall. • The part of the respiratory system above the larynx. • The part of the respiratory system below the larynx. • ...
Human Body Systems By:Taylor lee Jones 2022-09-29
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- Pumps blood through the whole body.
- The largest bone in your body.
- A ___________ system is a part that controls your body.
- A ___________ system helps you breathe in good air and get rid of carbon dioxide.
- A ___________ system is a thing that transports nutrients and energy.
- A group of cells grouped together.
- Is a part of the Respiratory System.
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- A group of tissues together.
- A basic unit of life.
- is a system that provides movement for the body.
- A _________ System is a thing that regulates the body with Hormones.
- A bone that protects your heart and lungs.
- Protects your brain.
- A change in the position of an object.
- Is made by the nervous system.
15 Clues: Protects your brain. • A basic unit of life. • A group of tissues together. • The largest bone in your body. • Is made by the nervous system. • A group of cells grouped together. • Pumps blood through the whole body. • Is a part of the Respiratory System. • A change in the position of an object. • A bone that protects your heart and lungs. • ...
Gross Anatomy AEM 2024-01-18
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- these represent the transition from a single conduction pathway of the upper airways into learge surface area required for gas exchange
- the vestibule is lined with what kind of epithelium?
- the opening into the larynx where the vocal folds are located
- the connection between the nasal cavity and the pharynx (above the soft palate)
- the epiglottis, cricoid cartilage, and thyroid cartilage are known as what kind of cartilages?
- the bronchioles, alveolar ducts, alveolar sacs, and alveoli are part of this portion of the respiratory system
- the pharynx is protected by what kind of epithelium?
- the nostrils, trachea, and bronchi are part of this portion of the respiratory system
- which cartilage is known as the adams apple?
- the arytenoid, corniculate, and cuniform are known as what kind of cartilages?
- to warm the air, the nasal cavity is highly _____, which is why nose bleeds are common
- this is what separates the right and left part of the nasal cavity
- other than the vocal fold area, the _____ is lined with typical epithelium
- the lungs are assymmetric due to the position of this, which is situated slightly to the left of the median plane
- the root of the lung, where pulmonary vessels and bronchi enter each lung
- the most external portion of the nasal cavity just inside the nostrils
- the smallest air conducting bronchiole
- the part of the pharynx that is posterior to the mouth and anterior to the epiglottis
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- the nostril, pharynx, larynx, trachea, paired main bronchi, and bronchioles are part of this portion of the respiratory system
- where the respiratory bronchioles terminate, also known as the blood-air barrier
- these form the interface between the conducting and respiratory portions of the respiratory system
- the luminal surface of the trachea is lined by what kind of epithelium?
- the type of bronchioles that are the transitional zone in the respiratory system concerned with both air conduction and gas exchange
- the color of a healthy lung
- the part of the pharynx that the pharynx, larynx, and esophagus meet
- this kind of pleurae covers the surfaces surrounding the lungs (ribcage, diaphragm, mediastinum)
- the hard and soft palate separate the nasal cavity from the ____
- this kind of pleurae cover the lungs directly
- these are found in the vestibule and are short and thick hairs that act as a screening device for the respiratory tract
- flexible, pliable bands of connective tissue that vibrate and produce sound when air is expelled past them through the glottis and larynx
- this is formed between the pleurae and is normally empty. it serves to reduce friction and provide a negative pressure environment for lung inflation
- folds that increase the surface area in the nasal cavity for the air to be warmed and humidified
- this occurs when food or liquid accidentally enters the trachea
- the study of organs and structures of the human body visible to the naked eye
34 Clues: the color of a healthy lung • the smallest air conducting bronchiole • which cartilage is known as the adams apple? • this kind of pleurae cover the lungs directly • the vestibule is lined with what kind of epithelium? • the pharynx is protected by what kind of epithelium? • the opening into the larynx where the vocal folds are located • ...
Body systems 2020-10-26
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- neurons can affect ___
- air enters respiratory system through ___ and mouth
- blood caries ___ around the body
- bones provide ___ for our bodies
- bones ___ the organs in our bodies
- bones are made up of ___
- ___ pull on the joints and allow us to move
- ___ muscle is attached to bone with tendons
- ___ muscle is found in the heart
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- the spinal cord is protected by the ___
- ___ neurons send info from brain to body systems
- the nervous system depends on ___
- ___ are part of the respiratory system
- humans have ___ different types of muscle
- the ___ pumps blood around our bodies
- exchange of ___ and CO2 is called respiration
- ___ types of blood vessels
- the ___ in our body need oxygen to stay alive
- ___ neurons send info from eyes to the brain
- ___ carry oxygenated blood
20 Clues: neurons can affect ___ • bones are made up of ___ • ___ types of blood vessels • ___ carry oxygenated blood • blood caries ___ around the body • bones provide ___ for our bodies • ___ muscle is found in the heart • the nervous system depends on ___ • bones ___ the organs in our bodies • the ___ pumps blood around our bodies • ___ are part of the respiratory system • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2022-11-04
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- microscopic hair-like fibers that filter dirty air before entering your lungs
- receives air from the nose and mouth and food from the mouth. Divides into food and windpipes.
- Movement of individual molecules of a substance through a semipermeable barrier from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
- Any of the major air passages of the lungs which diverge from the windpipe.
- Process of breathing in oxygen which is necessary for energy production throughout the whole body
- structure between the eyes that is the entrance to the respiratory system
- vibrations in these give off sound waves that are enhanced by the pharynx
- site of gas exchange in the respiratory system, surrounded by capillaries
- Cell Filters air breathed in by the nose, and secretes mucus to make a protective layer for the nasal cavity
- dome-shaped muscle located below the lungs that contracts and relaxes to fill and empty the lungs
- also called pharynx, receives food and air, divides into food and wind pipes, connects nasal and oral cavities to the larynx.
- A liquid that you drink, (H2O)
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- also called trachea, connects larynx to to bronchi in lungs, contains goblet cells and have rings of cartilage
- Branch-like extensions. Connect bronchi to the site of gas exchange
- Lower respiratory system, they allow for inhalation and exhalation. Enclosed in pleura (moist membrane).
- The airway that leads from the larynx (voice box) to the bronchi (large airway that leads to the lungs)
- a waste product from the process that happen within the body, we breath this out
- Cavity moistens the air breathed in by the nose
- Hollow muscular organ that forms an air passage to the lungs and holds the vocal cords in humans and other mammals; the voice box.
- Tiny air sacs at the end of the bronchioles (tiny branches of air tubes in the lungs).
- moist membrane, Wraps around each lung,Provides smooth elastic expansion and relaxation of the lungs as you breathe
- the process of breathing out carbon dioxide, wich is a waste product of many processes that happen within the body.
22 Clues: A liquid that you drink, (H2O) • Cavity moistens the air breathed in by the nose • Branch-like extensions. Connect bronchi to the site of gas exchange • structure between the eyes that is the entrance to the respiratory system • vibrations in these give off sound waves that are enhanced by the pharynx • ...
The Respiratory System 2022-12-09
Across
- Coughing up blood
- Insufficient oxygen
- Drug that prevents coughing
- Overbreathing
- Mucus discharged from the lungs by coughing
- Hernia of the diaphragm
- Inflammation of all sinuses
- Striking the body surface
- A runny nose
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- Procedure to look inside bronchi
- Reattachment of the pleura
- Cessation of breathing
- Cancer of the mesothelial cells
- Drug that aids in the breakdown of mucus
- Reconstruction of a palate
- Narrowing of the trachea
- Paralysis of the diaphragm
- Instrument to measure carbon dioxide levels
- Pus inside the chest
- Procedure to measure oxygen levels
- Inflammation of the pleura
- A nose bleed
- Chest pain
23 Clues: Chest pain • A nose bleed • A runny nose • Overbreathing • Coughing up blood • Insufficient oxygen • Pus inside the chest • Cessation of breathing • Hernia of the diaphragm • Narrowing of the trachea • Striking the body surface • Reattachment of the pleura • Reconstruction of a palate • Paralysis of the diaphragm • Inflammation of the pleura • Drug that prevents coughing • ...
The Respiratory System 2022-12-09
Across
- Coughing up blood
- Insufficient oxygen
- Drug that prevents coughing
- Overbreathing
- Mucus discharged from the lungs by coughing
- Hernia of the diaphragm
- Inflammation of all sinuses
- Striking the body surface
- A runny nose
Down
- Procedure to look inside bronchi
- Reattachment of the pleura
- Cessation of breathing
- Cancer of the mesothelial cells
- Drug that aids in the breakdown of mucus
- Reconstruction of a palate
- Narrowing of the trachea
- Paralysis of the diaphragm
- Instrument to measure carbon dioxide levels
- Pus inside the chest
- Procedure to measure oxygen levels
- Inflammation of the pleura
- A nose bleed
- Chest pain
23 Clues: Chest pain • A nose bleed • A runny nose • Overbreathing • Coughing up blood • Insufficient oxygen • Pus inside the chest • Cessation of breathing • Hernia of the diaphragm • Narrowing of the trachea • Striking the body surface • Reattachment of the pleura • Reconstruction of a palate • Paralysis of the diaphragm • Inflammation of the pleura • Drug that prevents coughing • ...
Respiratory System Terms 2022-11-28
30 Clues: sac • air • lung • wall • lobe • blue • sinus • cough • mucus • voice • smell • chest • pleura • Oxygen • larynx • pharynx • trachea • spitting • alveolus • bronchus • bronchus • to sleep • breathing • breathing • diaphragm • epiglottis • protection • bronchiole • to breathe • carbon dioxide
The Respiratory System 2020-05-27
Across
- amount of air that enters the lung during one normal cycle
- collapsed lung
- air sacs
- spaces within the skull bones
- prevents food entering airway
- windpipe
- illness caused by smoking
- part of the larynx containing vocal cords
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- lack of oxygen in tissues
- space at the back of the oral cavity
- cavity where lungs sit
- how oxygen enters blood stream in alveoli
- this lung is slightly smaller
- tubes from trachea to lungs
- inflammation of air passages
- pause in breathing during sleep
- bones that divide the nasal cavity
- divides left and right nostrils
- main muscle used for breathing
- voice box
- spasm of the diaphragm
21 Clues: air sacs • windpipe • voice box • collapsed lung • cavity where lungs sit • spasm of the diaphragm • lack of oxygen in tissues • illness caused by smoking • tubes from trachea to lungs • inflammation of air passages • this lung is slightly smaller • spaces within the skull bones • prevents food entering airway • main muscle used for breathing • pause in breathing during sleep • ...
The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23
Across
- bones that protect the lungs and heart
- pipe that delivers air to the lungs
- a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
- contains oxygen
- connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
- two external openings of the nasal cavity
- a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
- the branches that divide from the bronchus
- a vessel leading from the heart to the lungs
- the organ used to breathe
- the act of breathing out
- also known as the voice box
- hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
- the gas we need to survive
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- cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
- a group of alveoli
- the group of muscles that run between the ribs
- does not contain oxygen
- a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection
- a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe
- the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
- a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
- organ used to pump blood around the body
- a vessel leading from the lungs to the heart
- the smallest blood vessels in the body
- is emitted when we exhale
- tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
- also is known as the throat
- the act of breathing in
- a fluid that delivers necessary nutrients to cells
30 Clues: contains oxygen • a group of alveoli • does not contain oxygen • the act of breathing in • the act of breathing out • is emitted when we exhale • the organ used to breathe • the gas we need to survive • also is known as the throat • also known as the voice box • pipe that delivers air to the lungs • bones that protect the lungs and heart • the smallest blood vessels in the body • ...
The Respiratory System 2020-09-07
Across
- air sacks
- voice box
- tubes from trachea to lungs
- where cellular respiration takes place
- Illness caused by smoking
- fluid build up of air sacks
- pause in breathing during sleep
- disease of the lung
- bones that divide the nasal cavity
- inflammation of air passages
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- Space at the back of the oral cavity
- windpipe
- Spasm of the diaphragm
- opening vocal cords
- These allow you to breathe
- respiratory center of brain
- Required for cellular respiration
- divides left and right nostrils
- prevents food entering the lungs
- muscle used for breathing
20 Clues: windpipe • air sacks • voice box • opening vocal cords • disease of the lung • Spasm of the diaphragm • Illness caused by smoking • muscle used for breathing • These allow you to breathe • tubes from trachea to lungs • respiratory center of brain • fluid build up of air sacks • inflammation of air passages • divides left and right nostrils • pause in breathing during sleep • ...
The respiratory system 2020-09-17
Across
- the name of the system related to breathing
- an illness related to the respiratory system
- the tubes that pass through your lungs
- tiny hairs that filter dust out of your airways
- we breathe it in
- they help us breathe
- when someone can't breath
- the most efficient muscle of breathing
- a word which means breathing out
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- something which can affect your breathing
- a disease of the lungs
- the organ which you breath air and eat with
- another word for windpipe
- another word for airways
- we do this when we take in air through our mouth
- another word for voice box
- a symptom that we have an illness
- - it has two nostrils
- how your body brings in oxygen
- another word for throat
20 Clues: we breathe it in • they help us breathe • - it has two nostrils • a disease of the lungs • another word for throat • another word for airways • another word for windpipe • when someone can't breath • another word for voice box • how your body brings in oxygen • a word which means breathing out • a symptom that we have an illness • the tubes that pass through your lungs • ...
The Respiratory System 2020-05-05
Across
- uncontrolled cell growth in the lung tissues
- covers surface over lungs and stops friction from them, as well as the ribs, etc.
- is always open and has cartillages that support it
- small vessels that exchange gases with the alveoli
- lets air pass through, also known as the adam's apple
- a medical problem where there is fluids in the lungs
- separates the respiratory system from the digestive system
- tiny air sacs at the end of the bronchioles
- lungs lose their elasticity and the alveolis break down in a way
- stops you from choking most of the time
- brings air to the lungs and out of the lungs
- the throat
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- the greatest amount of air a person can exhale after inhaling the most amount of air they can inhale
- the amount of air that always remains in our lungs
- a common medical problem where not enough air can get to the bronchioles
- filters air and regulates temperature
- muscles that raise the ribs
- a medical problem where the bronchioles swell
- can take in a lot of oxygen through breathing, good for exercise
- more passageways that the bronchi divides into
20 Clues: the throat • muscles that raise the ribs • filters air and regulates temperature • stops you from choking most of the time • tiny air sacs at the end of the bronchioles • uncontrolled cell growth in the lung tissues • brings air to the lungs and out of the lungs • a medical problem where the bronchioles swell • more passageways that the bronchi divides into • ...
The Respiratory System 2020-05-06
Across
- also used to swallow food
- exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide from and to the bloodstream
- is when the inner walls of the lungs are damaged
- are small branch like tubes that let the oxygen into your lungs
- allows for continuous gas exchange between breaths
- carry the oxygen into the lungs
- is also known as the 'voice box' and the 'adam's apple'
- a chronic disease that causes difficulty in breathing
- the maximum amount of air that can be inhaled and exhaled
- brings a greater amount of air into the lungs, as well as releases
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- the uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells in 1 or both lungs
- brings air into the lungs but is better at filtering it
- seals off the windpipe while eating
- groups of muscles that run between the ribs
- contains a lubricant to reduce any friction between the lungs
- thin blood vessels
- the inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes
- lung inflammation
- the thin skeletal muscle that sits at the base of the chest
- is also known as the 'wind pipe'
20 Clues: lung inflammation • thin blood vessels • also used to swallow food • carry the oxygen into the lungs • is also known as the 'wind pipe' • seals off the windpipe while eating • groups of muscles that run between the ribs • is when the inner walls of the lungs are damaged • allows for continuous gas exchange between breaths • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2021-09-13
Across
- An opening in the nose where incoming air is warmed and filtered
- A thin layer that forms a barrier
- A tiny air sac in a lung where gas exchange occurs
- A gas needed by cells to release energy
- A body part that performs a specific function
- The main airway between the throat and the lungs
- The process used by all living cells to release energy
- An organ where gas exchange occurs between air and blood
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- A thin band of muscle between two ribs that helps with breathing
- A tiny blood vessel where substances pass to and from the blood
- The movement of molecules from an area of high to low concentration
- A large sheet of muscle that contracts to draw gas into the lungs
- A flap of cartilage that stops food entering the trachea
- A gas produced as waste when cells release energy
- A group of organs that work together to perform a function
- The movement of oxygen into the blood and carbon dioxide out of it
- A tube that carries air through a lung
- The process used by animals to exchange gases with the atmosphere
- The upper part of the trachea, containing the vocal cords
- The common pathway for air and food
20 Clues: A thin layer that forms a barrier • The common pathway for air and food • A tube that carries air through a lung • A gas needed by cells to release energy • A body part that performs a specific function • The main airway between the throat and the lungs • A gas produced as waste when cells release energy • A tiny air sac in a lung where gas exchange occurs • ...
CS: Respiratory System 2021-03-12
Across
- palate
- breathing
- roof of the mouth
- hairlike projections that exten from the plasma membrane
- difficulty breathing
- added sound with a musical pitch
- popping sound heard on auscultation of the lung
- nosebleed
- excessive levl of carbon diocide in the blood
- cartilaginous ridge at the point where the trachea divides into two
- opening between the vocal cords in the larynx
- acute or chronic inflammation of the tonsils
- accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
- acute respiratory infection in infants and young children
- high pitched, crowing sound
- normal breathing
- inflammation of the pleura
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- deficient movement of air into and out of the lungs
- to listen; physical examination method of listening to sounds within the body
- inflammation in the lung resulting from infection
- inability to breath
- partition that separates the thorax into two compartment
- thin, watery discharge from the nose
- coughing up and spitting out of material from the lungs
- direct measurement of lung volume and capacity
- carbon dioxide
- abnormal dilationof the bronchi with accumaulation of mucus
- blood in the pleural cavity
- lymphatic tissue on the back of the pharynx behind the nose
- biopsy removal of small piece of lung tissue for pathologic examination
- uvula
31 Clues: uvula • palate • breathing • nosebleed • carbon dioxide • normal breathing • roof of the mouth • inability to breath • difficulty breathing • inflammation of the pleura • blood in the pleural cavity • high pitched, crowing sound • added sound with a musical pitch • thin, watery discharge from the nose • accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity • acute or chronic inflammation of the tonsils • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2021-04-01
Across
- Cavity where lungs sit
- Leads into the stomach and carries food to be digested.
- Microscopic hair-like structures that line the nasal cavity to filter air breathe.
- the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules
- Aka exhalation
- Third division of the pharynx
- A triangular slit between the vocal cords; closes to prevent material from entering the trachea while swallowing
- Also known as the windpipe
- Air sacs within the lungs
- referring to the lungs
- Aka exhalation
- The process of oxygen utilization and carbon dioxide production at the cellular level
- used to assess how well your lungs work
- Region between the lungs in the chest cavity. Contains the trachea, heart, lymph nodes, aorta, esophagus, and bronchial tubes
- Soft, spongy, cone-shaped organs in the thoracic cavity
- A deficiency of O2 reaching the tissues
- protective secretion of the mucous membranes
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- A hollow space behind the nose
- First division of the pharynx
- Muscle beneath the lungs which contracts and relaxes during respiration
- Voice box
- The cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils.
- Opening through the nose carrying air into the nasal cavities
- Second division of the pharynx
- Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
- Stops food from entering the airway
- Airways in the lungs which lead to bronchioles and alveoli
- Smallest of the blood vessels through which exchanges take place between the blood and cells of the body
- Supported internally by bone and cartilage, has two nostrils
29 Clues: Voice box • Aka exhalation • Aka exhalation • Cavity where lungs sit • referring to the lungs • Air sacs within the lungs • Also known as the windpipe • First division of the pharynx • Third division of the pharynx • A hollow space behind the nose • Second division of the pharynx • Stops food from entering the airway • used to assess how well your lungs work • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2023-05-02
Across
- the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen
- the muscular tube through which food passes from the throat to the stomach
- a flap of cartilage at the root of the tongue
- the life-supporting component of the air.
- let air in your lungs by breathing in
- a respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs
- of, for, or relating to the nose.
- lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection
- structures projecting from a cell that move fluids over the cell surface
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- a tiny branch of air tubes in the lungs
- A large muscle that expands and contracts to allow breathing to occur
- to let air out of your lungs by breathing out
- the large air passes that lead from the trachea to the lungs
- A long tube in the neck and chest that carries air in and out of the lungs
- the action of breathing
- a slimy substance that is secreted to warm and moisten air in the respiratory system
- tube inside the neck that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea and esophagus
- the area of the throat that contains the vocal cords and is used for breathing, swallowing, and talking
- air sacks where oxygen and carbon dioxide move between the lungs and bloodstream
- the pair of spongy, pinkish-gray organs in your chest
20 Clues: the action of breathing • of, for, or relating to the nose. • let air in your lungs by breathing in • a tiny branch of air tubes in the lungs • the life-supporting component of the air. • to let air out of your lungs by breathing out • a flap of cartilage at the root of the tongue • the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen • ...
The Respiratory system 2013-10-23
Across
- Contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract that is characterized by a spasm like cough
- Spitting of blood or bloodstained sputum derived from the lungs or bronchial tubes as the result of a pulmonary or bronchial hemorrhage
- Progressive loss of lung function due to a decrease in the total number of alveoli, the enlargement of the remaining alveoli, and then the progressive destruction of their walls
- Testing method that utilizes a spirometer to record the volume of air inhaled or exhaled and the length of tiem each breath takes
- Acuste infectious disease of the trroat and upper respiratory tract caused by the presence of diphtheria bacteria
- Test that measures physiological activity during sleep
- An infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculosi
- oximeter External monitor to measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood
- The absence of oxygen from the body/es gases, blood, or tissues
- Surgical removal of the larynx
- Shallow or slow respiration
- Puncture of the chest wall with a needle to obtain fluid from the pleual cavity for diagnostic purposes, to drain pleural effusions or to reexpand a collapsed lung
- Abnormally rapid rate of respiration, usually of more than 20 breaths per minute
- The form pneumoconiosos caused by coal dust in the lungs
- Respiration Pattern of alternating periods of rapid breathing, slow breathin, and the absence of breathing
- voice impairment including hoarseness, weakness, or loss of voice
- Bleeding from the nose
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- An abnormal condition caused by dust in the lungs that usually develops after years of environmental or occupationa contact
- Surgical creation of an opening into the chest
- The cavity located between the lungs
- Surgical repair of the pharynx
- Inflammation of the larynx
- Creating an opening into the trachea and inserting a tube to facilitate the passage of air or the removal of secretions
- Specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, and throat
- The abnormal buildup of carvon dioxide in the blood
- Absence of spontaneous respiration
- accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
- Inflammatin of the sinuses
- Surgical removal of all or part of a lung
- Chronic enlargement of bronchi or bronchioles resulting from an earlier lung infection that was not cured
- Medical equipment that dispenses doses of medication in the form of a mist
31 Clues: Bleeding from the nose • Inflammation of the larynx • Inflammatin of the sinuses • Shallow or slow respiration • Surgical repair of the pharynx • Surgical removal of the larynx • Absence of spontaneous respiration • The cavity located between the lungs • accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity • Surgical removal of all or part of a lung • ...
Bio20 Respiratory System 2015-12-02
Across
- total volume of the lung
- type of respiration between tissue cells and blood
- membrane between lungs and chest walls
- type of respiration that exchanges gas between air and blood
- smallest blood carrying vessels
- windpipe
- malignant tumours
- voicebox
- disorder causing the bronchi to become inflamed and filled with mucus
- leftover volume in lung
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- lets air in
- entry to larynx
- alveoli becomes inflamed and filled with liquids
- home of mucus and hair
- prevents food from entering lungs
- fine tubes branching out in lungs
- cancer causing
- intercostal contract causing rib cage to move
- first connections to lungs
- gas exchange occurs here
- another name for the chest cavity
- uncontrolled growth of invasive cells
- aka the throat
- separates the chest cavity from digestive system
24 Clues: windpipe • voicebox • lets air in • cancer causing • aka the throat • entry to larynx • malignant tumours • home of mucus and hair • leftover volume in lung • total volume of the lung • gas exchange occurs here • first connections to lungs • smallest blood carrying vessels • prevents food from entering lungs • fine tubes branching out in lungs • another name for the chest cavity • ...
respiratory system puzzle 2017-07-23
Across
- : Impaired expiratory airflow in COPD is best measured through ?
- : A cluster of three to five terminal bronchioles, each with its appended acinus, is referred to as the -----.
- : Foreign body is Aspirated more commonly in which side of lung.
- : most common type of emphysema
- : a cyst in mediastinum formed due to abnormal detachments of primitive foregut
- : incomplete expansion of the lungs .
- : is the most common type of fore-gut cyst
- : a type of pneumocyte involved in repair in alveolar wall
- : composed of respiratory bronchioles , alveolar ducts, and alveolar sacs
- : Respiratory tract is an outgrowth from WHICH wall of the fore-gut.
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- : irreversible enlargement of the airspaces distal to the terminal bronchiole, accompanied by destruction of their walls
- : pigment seen in heart failure cells
- : defective development of both lungs is called as pulmonary
- : forein body impacted in bronchus will lead to this type of atelectasis.
- : the most distal bronchiole is called as ----.
- : Discrete area of lung tissue that lacks any connection to the airway system is known as pulmonary-----.
- : a substance produced by type II pneumocytes
- : pleural effusion causes -------- type atelectasis.
- : reduced total lung capacity with normal FEV:FEV1 is seen in this type of lung disease.
- : an index in which we measure ratio of thickness of mucous gland layer to thickness of the wall between the epithelium & cartilage
20 Clues: : most common type of emphysema • : pigment seen in heart failure cells • : incomplete expansion of the lungs . • : is the most common type of fore-gut cyst • : a substance produced by type II pneumocytes • : the most distal bronchiole is called as ----. • : pleural effusion causes -------- type atelectasis. • ...
Respiratory system assessment 2018-03-18
Across
- A breath sound that is best heard over the peripheral lung fields.
- Assessing the thorax involves palpating for symmetry of chest vibration or ________.
- When assessing the thorax and lungs, ambulatory clients are best assessed in this position.
- The trachea divides into the left and right _______________ at the sternal angle.
- Breath sounds are most easily auscultated when the client breathes through their ________.
- Coughing up blood.
- Inspect the thoracic cage for shape and _____________.
- Bluish colour caused by insufficient oxygen in the tissues
- The acronym SOB stands for this (three words)
- The highest point of lung tissue that lies 3-4 cm above the inner third of the clavicle.
- A musculoteninous septum that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdomen.
- Term used to describe the subjective experience of difficulty breathing
- Routinely inspect breathing for rate, rhythm, effort and _________.
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- The act of breathing should be quiet, effortless and ____________.
- The thorax has decreased ____________ as one’s costal cartilage becomes calcified with age.
- Decreased level of oxygen in the blood
- Lung that has 3 lobes
- A risk factor for lung cancer, lung disease and heart disease.
- Blowing sounds that are medium pitched and of medium density, normally heard posteriorly between the scapulae
- Asking your client to round these ensures complete auscultation of posterior lung fields.
- Bronchial sounds are best heard over this area.
- A bony prominence or ridge where the manubrium joins the body of the sternum (two words).
- A “musical” adventitious sound that can be heard on auscultation of the lungs.
- Lung expansion should be __________________.
- Another word for breastbone.
25 Clues: Coughing up blood. • Lung that has 3 lobes • Another word for breastbone. • Decreased level of oxygen in the blood • Lung expansion should be __________________. • The acronym SOB stands for this (three words) • Bronchial sounds are best heard over this area. • Inspect the thoracic cage for shape and _____________. • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2022-04-14
Across
- the third division of the pharynx, is shared by both the respiratory and digestive systems
- central portion of the pharynx between the roof of the mouth and the upper edge of the epiglottis
- The hairlike projections on the outside of cells that move in a wavelike manner
- smallest branches of the bronchi
- Folds of connective tissue that stretch across the opening of the larynx and produce a person's voice.
- Most inferior portion of larynx
- superior to vocal folds; no part in sound production; help to close glottis during swallowing
- region of the pharynx at the back of the nose and above the soft palate
- Large, flat muscle at the bottom of the chest cavity that helps with breathing
- The wing-shaped plate of cartilage that sits anterior to the larynx and forms the Adam's apple.
- hollow space behind the nose
- voice box; passageway for air moving from pharynx to trachea; contains vocal cords
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- liquid that surrounds the lungs
- Membrane surrounding the lungs
- A system of organs, functioning in the process of gas exchange between the body and the environment, consisting especially of the nose, nasal passages, nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.
- tiny sacs of lung tissue specialized for the movement of gases between air and blood
- Two small cartilages in the larynx, the movements of which abduct and adduct the vocal folds.
- frontal, maxillary, ethmoid, sphenoid
- breathing out
- small projection hanging from the back middle edge of the soft palate
- a wall of cartilage that divides the nose into two equal sections
- specialized membranes that line the body cavities
- throat; passageway for food to the esophagus and air to the larynx
- The two tubes formed when the trachea divides into two, one passes into each lung
- breathing in
- a large membranous tube reinforced by rings of cartilage, extending from the larynx to the bronchial tubes and conveying air to and from the lungs; the windpipe.
26 Clues: breathing in • breathing out • hollow space behind the nose • Membrane surrounding the lungs • liquid that surrounds the lungs • Most inferior portion of larynx • smallest branches of the bronchi • frontal, maxillary, ethmoid, sphenoid • specialized membranes that line the body cavities • a wall of cartilage that divides the nose into two equal sections • ...
The Respiratory system 2023-07-28
Across
- scientific term for white blood cell
- the movement of gas from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
- Gas exchange occurs here
- The large air passages that lead from the trachea
- Known as the vocal cords
- combination of hemoglobin with oxygen
- muscles that are found between the ribs and they control rib movement.
- a type of wbc which produces soluble proteins called antibodies
- windpipe
- Lungs
- organelles which involve in respiration?
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- scientific term for red blood cell
- leaf-shaped flap in the throat that prevents food and water from entering the trachea and the lungs
- bronchus branches out into smaller tubes
- Muscle that moves up and down to push and pull air
- the process of engulfing and destroying unwanted microorganisms that enter the blood
- the term for unwanted microorganisms that enter the body
- Located between nasal cavity & larynx
- a type of wbc that makes up 70% of the wbc
- iron-rich protein in the blood
20 Clues: Lungs • windpipe • Gas exchange occurs here • Known as the vocal cords • iron-rich protein in the blood • scientific term for red blood cell • scientific term for white blood cell • Located between nasal cavity & larynx • combination of hemoglobin with oxygen • bronchus branches out into smaller tubes • organelles which involve in respiration? • ...
The Respiratory System 2023-12-06
Across
- A respiratory disorder characterized by repeated stops and starts in breathing (Sleep apnea)
- The voice box (Larynx)
- The process of breathing out (Exhalation)
- A tube that carries air to the lungs (Trachea)
- A test that measures lung function (Spirometry)
- A condition where the bronchial tubes become inflamed and narrowed (Bronchial asthma)
- A viral infection causing inflammation of the lungs (Pneumonia)
- The medical term for the windpipe (Trachea)
- The main organ of the respiratory system (Lung)
- A condition where air passages become narrowed and breathing is difficult (Asthma)
- The space at the back of the mouth and nose where the airway and food passage cross (Pharynx)
- The flap-like structure that covers the trachea during swallowing (Epiglottis)
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- A procedure to visualize the airways (Bronchoscopy)
- A disorder where the alveoli lose their elasticity (Emphysema)
- A serious lung condition often caused by a blood clot (Pulmonary embolism)
- A respiratory disorder often caused by exposure to asbestos (Mesothelioma)
- The smallest branches of the bronchial tree (Bronchioles)
- The process of removing carbon dioxide from the body (Excretion)
- The act of coughing up mucus from the airways (Expectoration)
- A disorder where the air sacs in the lungs become inflamed (Pneumonitis
- A device used to assist with breathing (Ventilator)
- A respiratory disorder often caused by smoking (Chronic bronchitis)
- The outer covering of the lungs (Pleura)
- A device used to measure the oxygen levels in the blood (Pulse oximeter)
- A common respiratory infection (Bronchitis)
- The process of breathing in (Inhalation)
- The muscular partition separating the chest and abdomen (Diaphragm)
- The exchange of gases between the lungs and the bloodstream (Respiration)
- A surgical procedure to remove a part of the lung (Lobectomy)
- The small air sacs where gas exchange occurs (Alveoli)
30 Clues: The voice box (Larynx) • The outer covering of the lungs (Pleura) • The process of breathing in (Inhalation) • The process of breathing out (Exhalation) • A common respiratory infection (Bronchitis) • The medical term for the windpipe (Trachea) • A tube that carries air to the lungs (Trachea) • A test that measures lung function (Spirometry) • ...
Respiratory System Vocabulary 2024-02-28
Across
- process of recording in slices
- incision of the windpipe
- blood in the chest
- surgical incision into the nose
- pertaining to the septum
- incision of the sinus
- instrument used for visual exam of the chest
- process of recording sound
- process of visual examination of hollow organ or body organ
- process of visual examination of the bronchi
- absence of carbon dioxide
- pertaining to the windpipe
- deficient in carbon dioxide
- normal breathing
- study of the lung (a branch of medicine dealing with disease of the lung)
- instrument used to measure oxygen (saturation in blood)
- pertaining to the bronchi and alveoli
- inflammation of a lobe of the lung
- rapid breathing
- pertaining to the voice box
- process of visual examination of voice box
- record of the bronchus
- inflammation of the voice box
- pertaining to the alveolus
- absence of oxygen
- pertaining to the absence of voice
- creation of an artificial opening into the windpipe
- abnormal condition of fungus in the nose
- difficulty in breathing
- process of recording the bronchus
- inflammation of the (mucous membranes) of the nose
- pertaining to visual exam within a hollow organ or body cavity
- pertaining to the diaphragm
- deficient in breathing
- pertaining to segment of the lung
- instrument used for visual examination of the bronchi
- excision of a lung
- diseased state of the bronchi and lungs
- surgical repair of the nose
- pain in the diaphragm
- spasmodic contraction of the voice box
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- surgical repair of the windpipe
- excision of a lobe of the lung
- pertaining to mucus
- excessive breathing
- instrument used for visual exam of the voice box
- pertaining to the nose and throat
- surgical puncture of chest cavity to aspirate fluid
- difficulty in speaking
- inflammation of the voice box, windpipe, and bronchi (croup)
- pertaining to the nose
- a physician who studies and treats disease of the lung
- inflammation of the epiglottis
- inflammation of the nose and throat
- pertaining to the destruction of mucus
- pertaining to within the pleura
- physician who specializes in the use of x-rays, ultrasound, and magnetic fields in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
- surgical repair of a bronchus
- surgical repair of the voice box
- excision of the voice box
- surgical repair of the (nasal) septum
- inflammation of the nose and throat
- hernia of the diaphragm
- pertaining to the throat
- instrument used to measure carbon dioxide
- study of x-rays
- pertaining to within the windpipe
- pertaining to the voice
- instrument used to measure breathing (or lung volumes)
- able to breathe only in a straight (upright) position
- inflammation of the windpipe
- incision of the chest cavity
- narrowing of the windpipe
- pertaining to the diaphragm
- pus in the chest (pleural space) {empyema}
- process of visual examination of the chest
- pertaining to absence of breathing
- spasmodic contraction in the bronchi
- inflammation of sinuses
- pertaining to a bronchus
80 Clues: rapid breathing • study of x-rays • normal breathing • absence of oxygen • blood in the chest • excision of a lung • pertaining to mucus • excessive breathing • incision of the sinus • pain in the diaphragm • difficulty in speaking • pertaining to the nose • record of the bronchus • deficient in breathing • hernia of the diaphragm • pertaining to the voice • difficulty in breathing • ...
The Respiratory System 2024-04-05
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- Movement of air into and out of the lungs
- Conchae are fine scrolls of bone of the nasal chambers, what are they also known as?
- In the lungs, the bronchi divide into this
- The trachea is made up of c shaped rings of what type of cartilage?
- The entrance to the nose
- Both rabbit lungs have this many lobes
- This breed of dog does not have vocal folds
- The left lung has this many lobes
- What side if the trachea located toward?
- When CO2 levels decrease in the body, the pH does what?
- The trachea leads onto this
- When CO2 levels increase in the body, the pH does what?
- Where does gaseous exchange occur?
- The percentage of oxygen in air
- Nostrils are also known as the external what?
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- The receptors that monitor oxygen levels and the pH of blood
- The right lung has this many lobes
- Respiration that does not use oxygen
- The reflex that prevents over inflation of the lungs
- Respiration that uses oxygen from the air to release energy from glucose
- The tissue type that makes up the Hyoid apparatus
- The smooth muscle of the bronchi and bronchioles is under the control of what nervous system?
- This apparatus suspends the larynx from the skull
- The conversion of glucose and oxygen into energy in the cell
- These receptors in the bronchi and bronchioles respond to inflation of the lungs
- If blood pH lowers, chemoreceptors would stimulate increased rate and depth of respirations to expel this
- Caudal to the pharynx in the space between the two halves of the mandible
- The word to describe space in which gaseous exchange does not take place
28 Clues: The entrance to the nose • The trachea leads onto this • The percentage of oxygen in air • The left lung has this many lobes • The right lung has this many lobes • Where does gaseous exchange occur? • Respiration that does not use oxygen • Both rabbit lungs have this many lobes • What side if the trachea located toward? • Movement of air into and out of the lungs • ...
The Respiratory System 2024-05-23
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- Pressure exerted into the pleural cavity
- Relaxation of smooth muscles in the airway, increased
- Balloon shaped sac that facilitates gas exchange
- High levels of carbon dioxide in your blood
- Pressure exerted into the alveolar cavity
- Decreased ventilation, increased CO2
- Chronic condition where airways are constricted by triggers such as allergens, irritants, or infections
- In ______ capillaries, alveoli walls supply the blood with oxygen and collects carbon dioxide to perform a gas exchange
- Increased ventilation, decreased CO2
- Brief interruption in breathing that resumes spontaneously
- Low levels of oxygen in your blood
- Also known as the chest, a cavity that holds major organs such as the heart and lungs
- The _______ effect describes how CO2 is affected by oxygen concentrations
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- The _____ effect describes the inverse relationship between CO2 and oxygen
- Increased breathing rate as a result of exercise
- Irreversible chronic condition where alveolar walls are broken down due to damaged lung tissue as a result of excessive trypsin release
- What type of hemoglobin is not attached to oxygen?
- The feeling of not being able to get enough air into your lungs
- What medical device is used to measure the volume of air breathed in and out?
- Airway constriction due to smooth muscle tightening which causes airways to narrow
- Abnormal breathing pattern, sometimes due to brain injury
- Thin dome-shaped muscle at the base of the chest
- Law in which a corresponding change of pressure and volume are constant as long as the temperature remains constant
- Tiny branches that deliver air to small sacs in the lung
- Air leaking outside of the lung within the chest wall, causing pressure against one’s lungs
25 Clues: Low levels of oxygen in your blood • Decreased ventilation, increased CO2 • Increased ventilation, decreased CO2 • Pressure exerted into the pleural cavity • Pressure exerted into the alveolar cavity • High levels of carbon dioxide in your blood • Increased breathing rate as a result of exercise • Balloon shaped sac that facilitates gas exchange • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2024-04-29
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- _______ is essential for the survival of living cells
- Air enters the body through the ____________
- The waste product exhausted from the lungs
- Interruption of normal breathing will result in _______
- An artificial airway
- The process of propelling inhaled particles upward to be swallowed
- The process by which O2 and CO2 exchange
- When the diaphragm contracts, air is drawn ____
- Air travels under this to get to the larynx
- Blood vessels ______ the air you breath in
- The trachea branches of into a left and right _______
- Your brain triggers your body to take a _______ when CO2 levels rise
- The name of the space between the visceral and parietal pleura
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- The exchange of O2 and CO2 at the cellular level
- Another name for the trachea
- The right lung has three, the left lung has two
- Tiny hairs that trap particles and prevent them from entering the lungs
- Grapelike clusters of air sacs
- The name of the pleura membrane that encloses each lung
- The main breathing muscle
20 Clues: An artificial airway • The main breathing muscle • Another name for the trachea • Grapelike clusters of air sacs • The process by which O2 and CO2 exchange • The waste product exhausted from the lungs • Blood vessels ______ the air you breath in • Air travels under this to get to the larynx • Air enters the body through the ____________ • ...
Upper Respiratory system 2024-04-26
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- allows tissue to bend and anchor to other structures
- the muscle that allows the traches to increase and decrease it’s diameter
- the barrier between the nasal cavity and the brain
- the passageway connecting the nasal region oral region and esophagus
- Allows air to pass into the lyranx
- absorbs nutrients fluids and electrolytes
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- bone that stabilizes the tongue
- prevents foreign substances from entering the nasal cavity when swallowing
- connects the nasal passages to the rest of the respiratory system
- its vibrations guide air flow to create sound
- separates air and food
- Prevents infection
- warms and humidifies air from the nasal cavity
- a muscle that facilitates the movement of food when swallowing
- carries are to and from the lungs
- allows the entry and exit of air into the nasal cavity
- increases the surface area of the nasal cavities
- The barrier between foreign particles
- allows food to pass to the stomach
- secretes saliva
20 Clues: secretes saliva • Prevents infection • separates air and food • bone that stabilizes the tongue • carries are to and from the lungs • Allows air to pass into the lyranx • allows food to pass to the stomach • The barrier between foreign particles • absorbs nutrients fluids and electrolytes • its vibrations guide air flow to create sound • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2025-04-02
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- Element we need to live
- also known as the windpipe
- Strong breathing muscle
- Bone like substance
- Lung with two lobes
- Carries oxygen
- Vessels to the heart
- Membranes
- Common name for alveoli
- Oral opening for air
- Describes breathing
- What we breathe
- Bronchial __________
- Protects the lungs and heart
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- Section of the lung
- Vessels to the body
- To let out air
- Sinus ______
- Air sacs
- Organs for breathing
- Lung with three lobes
- tiny hair like structure
- Four chambered organ
- Thick fluid in the sinuses
- Element of living things, _______ dioxide
- Using air
26 Clues: Air sacs • Membranes • Using air • Sinus ______ • To let out air • Carries oxygen • What we breathe • Section of the lung • Vessels to the body • Bone like substance • Lung with two lobes • Describes breathing • Organs for breathing • Vessels to the heart • Four chambered organ • Oral opening for air • Bronchial __________ • Lung with three lobes • Element we need to live • Strong breathing muscle • ...
Cardio-Respiratory System 2025-04-23
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- – The main muscle involved in breathing, contracts to draw air into the lungs.
- – The widening of blood vessels to increase blood flow.
- – The number of times the heart beats per minute.
- – Muscles between the ribs that assist in the expansion and contraction of the thoracic cavity.
- – Specialized sensor that detects changes in blood CO₂, pH, and O₂ levels.
- – The process of moving air into and out of the lungs.
- – The blood pressure measured when the heart is relaxed between beats.
- – The gas exchanged in the alveoli and transported to the muscles via red blood cells.
- – Related to the lungs; describes circulation between the heart and lungs.
- – Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.
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- – The node that acts as the pacemaker of the heart by initiating electrical impulses.
- – The smallest blood vessels where exchange of gases, nutrients, and wastes takes place.
- – The maximum volume of air the lungs can hold (vital capacity + residual volume).
- – Part of the brainstem that controls the basic rhythm of breathing.
- – A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart under high pressure.
- – A protein in red blood cells that binds to and transports oxygen.
- – Refers to the intercostal muscles that contract during inhalation to expand the chest.
- – The amount of air inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath.
- – The passive movement of gases from areas of high to low partial pressure.
- – A blood vessel that carries blood toward the heart under low pressure.
20 Clues: – The number of times the heart beats per minute. • – The process of moving air into and out of the lungs. • – The widening of blood vessels to increase blood flow. • – Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs. • – The amount of air inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath. • – A protein in red blood cells that binds to and transports oxygen. • ...
Respiratory System (2) 2025-01-07
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- the location of the respiratory centres
- a common condition in brachycephalic animals
- receptors in the walls of bronchi/bronchioles, that detect prevent over-inflation of the lungs
- the total volume of air in the lungs
- high blood CO2 concentration
- the maximum volume of air that can be forced out of the lungs
- receptors that detect the levels of CO2 & O2 in the blood
- the volume of air left in the lungs after forced expiration
- inflammation of the nasal cavity
- the process when the internal intercostal muscles contract
- abnormal accumulation of fluid in the lungs
- the failure to respond to a change in blood pH
- the process when the external intercostal muscles contracts
- the nerve which impulse travel along from the respiratory centres to the intercostal muscles
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- the volume of air left in the lungs after a expiration
- low blood O2 concentration
- the term for blood containing CO2
- the nerve which impulses travel along from the stretch receptors to the medulla
- the nerve which impulses travel along from the inspiratory centre to the diaphragm
- the reflex that prevents over-inflation of the lungs
- the volume of air breathed in/out in a normal breath
- how many alveoli are in each lung
- the units used to measure respiratory rate
- a haemorrhage of the nasal cavity
- dead space the volume of air that doesn't reach the alveoli
25 Clues: low blood O2 concentration • high blood CO2 concentration • inflammation of the nasal cavity • the term for blood containing CO2 • how many alveoli are in each lung • a haemorrhage of the nasal cavity • the total volume of air in the lungs • the location of the respiratory centres • the units used to measure respiratory rate • abnormal accumulation of fluid in the lungs • ...
Cardio - Respiratory System 2024-12-18
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- Blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart
- Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- The blood vessel type that has valves
- Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
- A small structure in the brainstem that controls breathing
- The process of breathing air in
- The windpipe, part of the respiratory system
- The respiratory system’s main muscle for breathing
- The tube connecting the throat to the lungs
- A component of blood that helps with clotting
- The main organ of the cardiovascular system
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- The number of chambers in the human heart
- The type of circulation that carries blood to the lungs
- A respiratory condition that narrows the airways
- The type of blood pressure measured during heart contraction
- Cava The largest vein in the human body
- The main artery that carries oxygenated blood from the heart
- The network of blood vessels that supply the heart muscle
- The thick wall that separates the left and right sides of the heart
- A condition caused by blocked coronary arteries
- Small air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place
- The upper chambers of the heart
- Smallest blood vessels where gas exchange occurs
- The tiny hair-like structures in the airways that move mucus
- The name for the voice box
- Dioxide The waste gas exhaled from the lungs
26 Clues: The name for the voice box • The process of breathing air in • The upper chambers of the heart • The blood vessel type that has valves • Cava The largest vein in the human body • The number of chambers in the human heart • The tube connecting the throat to the lungs • The main organ of the cardiovascular system • The windpipe, part of the respiratory system • ...
Respiratory System Structures 2025-12-05
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- region behind the mouth and soft palate
- extension of the soft palate
- first structure of respiratory tract; warms, cleanses, moistens air
- rigid tube with C-shaped cartilage rings connecting larynx to bronchi
- subdivisions of lungs (3 right, 2 left)
- organ of voice production; prevents choking
- muscular funnel receiving air, food, and drink
- trunk between neck and abdomen; lungs sit in this cavity
- gas exchange process transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide
- passageways for air entering the nose (plural of naris)
- membrane covering lungs and lining thoracic cavity
- air sacs where gas exchange occurs
- region of pharynx below the epiglottis
- lining of the nasal cavity that secretes mucus
- lymphoid tissue on either side of the throat
- pertaining to the lungs and blood supply
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- primary airways branching from trachea
- cartilage flap that closes over larynx during swallowing
- smallest airways that control airflow and lead to alveoli
- passageway inside the nasal cavity
- region of pharynx behind the nose
- branching airway system that conducts air into lung lobes
- muscle partition below lungs aiding inhalation and exhalation
- produce sound by vibrating when air moves past
- movement of air into and out of the lungs
- lymphoid tissue located midline at back of throat
- main organs of respiration; home of gas exchange
- cartilage wall that divides the nasal cavity into left and right chambers
- cavity or hollow space in a bone near the nose
- opening from oropharynx into larynx
- bony ridges on lateral walls of nasal cavity
31 Clues: extension of the soft palate • region of pharynx behind the nose • passageway inside the nasal cavity • air sacs where gas exchange occurs • opening from oropharynx into larynx • primary airways branching from trachea • region of pharynx below the epiglottis • region behind the mouth and soft palate • subdivisions of lungs (3 right, 2 left) • ...
Respiratory system crossword 2025-11-19
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- A patient with severe asthma exacerbation is tiring and hypoxic. Which test checks oxygen and CO₂ levels?
- Air in pleural space causing lung collapse.
- Genetic disorder causing thick mucus and infections.
- Scarring of lung tissue reducing compliance.
- Imbalance between ventilation and perfusion.
- Warms and humidifies inhaled air.
- A patient with pneumonia needs a rapid, non-invasive oxygen check. Which test?
- Pattern with reduced lung volumes but normal ratio.
- A 22-year-old with wheezing needs a quick home test for airway obstruction. What is it?
- Permanent dilation of bronchi due to chronic infection.
- Excessive CO₂ loss raising blood pH.
- Infection causing alveolar inflammation.
- Air not involved in gas exchange.
- A 55-year-old smoker with chronic cough and dyspnoea. Which test measures airflow and lung volumes?
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- Substance reducing alveolar surface tension.
- Spirometry shows reduced airflow. Which ratio helps distinguish obstructive vs restrictive patterns?
- High blood CO₂.
- Blood flow through pulmonary capillaries.
- Mycobacterial infection forming lung cavities.
- Blockage of pulmonary artery by clot.
- Pattern with reduced FEV1/FVC ratio.
- Reversible airway narrowing and inflammation.
- Primary muscle of breathing.
- Small airway branches before alveoli.
- Lung elasticity measure.
- Alveolar wall destruction reducing surface area.
- Connects larynx to bronchi.
- Double-layered membrane around lungs.
28 Clues: High blood CO₂. • Lung elasticity measure. • Connects larynx to bronchi. • Primary muscle of breathing. • Warms and humidifies inhaled air. • Air not involved in gas exchange. • Pattern with reduced FEV1/FVC ratio. • Excessive CO₂ loss raising blood pH. • Blockage of pulmonary artery by clot. • Small airway branches before alveoli. • Double-layered membrane around lungs. • ...
Respiratory system crossword 2025-11-19
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- Genetic disorder causing thick mucus and infections.
- Lung elasticity measure.
- Infection causing alveolar inflammation.
- Air in pleural space causing lung collapse.
- Low PaO₂ with normal or low PaCO₂, often due to V/Q mismatch or diffusion defect (e.g., pneumonia, pulmonary embolism).
- Air not involved in gas exchange.
- Permanent dilation of bronchi due to chronic infection.
- Medications that relax airway smooth muscle, used in asthma and COPD.
- Primary muscle of breathing.
- Blockage of pulmonary artery by clot.
- High blood CO₂.
- Double-layered membrane around lungs.
- Imbalance between ventilation and perfusion.
- A 55-year-old smoker with chronic cough and dyspnea. Which test measures airflow and lung volumes?
- Excessive CO₂ loss raising blood pH.
- A 22-year-old with wheezing needs a quick home test for airway obstruction. What is it?
- Small airway branches before alveoli.
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- Low PaO₂ with high PaCO₂, usually due to hypoventilation (e.g., COPD, severe asthma)
- Anti-inflammatory drugs commonly used in asthma and severe COPD exacerbations.
- A patient with pneumonia needs a rapid, non-invasive oxygen check. Which test?
- Blood flow through pulmonary capillaries.
- Life-support technique for patients with severe respiratory failure.
- Spirometry shows reduced airflow. Which ratio helps distinguish obstructive vs restrictive patterns?
- Pattern with reduced lung volumes but normal ratio.
- A patient with severe asthma exacerbation is tiring and hypoxic. Which test checks oxygen and CO₂ levels?
- Scarring of lung tissue reducing compliance.
- Drugs used to treat bacterial pneumonia or infective exacerbations of bronchiectasis
- Warms and humidifies inhaled air.
- Reversible airway narrowing and inflammation.
- Connects larynx to bronchi.
- Alveolar wall destruction reducing surface area.
- Mycobacterial infection forming lung cavities.
- Pattern with reduced FEV1/FVC ratio.
- Substance reducing alveolar surface tension.
34 Clues: High blood CO₂. • Lung elasticity measure. • Connects larynx to bronchi. • Primary muscle of breathing. • Air not involved in gas exchange. • Warms and humidifies inhaled air. • Pattern with reduced FEV1/FVC ratio. • Excessive CO₂ loss raising blood pH. • Blockage of pulmonary artery by clot. • Double-layered membrane around lungs. • Small airway branches before alveoli. • ...
Circulatory & Respiratory System 2026-01-15
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- Heart chambers that pump blood out
- Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs
- Two main branches of the trachea entering the lungs
- Blood cells that carry oxygen
- Protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen
- Heart chamber that receives blood
- Microscopic blood vessels where exchange occurs
- Area where air and food passages cross
- External openings where air enters the respiratory system
- Small branches of bronchi that conduct air to alveoli
- Organ system that delivers oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
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- Process of blood clotting
- Flap of tissue that prevents food from entering the trachea
- Blood cells that fight disease
- Organ system that moves substances to and from cells
- Testing blood to determine health conditions
- Most important organs of the respiratory system
- Muscle that helps move air in and out of the lungs
- Blood components responsible for clotting
- Muscular organ that pumps blood through the body
- Blood vessels that carry blood toward the heart
- Tube reinforced with cartilage that carries air to the lungs
- Condition caused by iron deficiency and small red blood cells
- Sticky strands that form a blood clot
- Organ that controls air flow and voice production
- Liquid portion of blood made mostly of water
27 Clues: Process of blood clotting • Blood cells that carry oxygen • Blood cells that fight disease • Heart chamber that receives blood • Heart chambers that pump blood out • Sticky strands that form a blood clot • Area where air and food passages cross • Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs • Blood components responsible for clotting • Testing blood to determine health conditions • ...
Respiratory System Crossword 2026-03-30
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- Most inferior portion of the lungs
- Part of pharynx that only air enters and exits
- RV+VC
- Tiny air sacs that are the sight of gas exchange
- Fissure that is only found on the Right Lung
- Gas found in the lungs that leans basic
- Where the Trachea divides into the R&L Primary Bronchi
- AKA Adams Apple
- Air that enters the lungs during quiet breathing
- Only external portion of the respiratory system
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- Set air amount that will always be in lungs
- Indent in the left lung
- Muscle inferior to the lungs
- Flap in trachea that prevents food from getting into the lungs
- _______ fold that is also known as the true vocal cord
- _______ fold that is also known as the false vocal cord
- The process of taking air out of your lungs
- Gas found in the lungs that leans acidic
- Most superior portion of the lungs
- The process of putting air into your lungs
20 Clues: RV+VC • AKA Adams Apple • Indent in the left lung • Muscle inferior to the lungs • Most inferior portion of the lungs • Most superior portion of the lungs • Gas found in the lungs that leans basic • Gas found in the lungs that leans acidic • The process of putting air into your lungs • Set air amount that will always be in lungs • The process of taking air out of your lungs • ...
Human Body Systems Crossword 2025-03-26
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- Filters your blood
- Protects vital organs
- System including sexual organs
- System including skin, hair, and nails
- System including brain
- System including thyroid
- System including lungs
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- System including bones
- System including stomach
- Transports oxygen and nutrients
- System including biceps
- System including heart
- Connects muscle to bone
- System including lymph nodes
- System including bladder
15 Clues: Filters your blood • Protects vital organs • System including bones • System including heart • System including brain • System including lungs • System including biceps • Connects muscle to bone • System including stomach • System including bladder • System including thyroid • System including lymph nodes • System including sexual organs • Transports oxygen and nutrients • ...
Health: Body Systems 2024-03-21
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- body system that removes liquid waste
- largest organ in the human body
- body system that provides structure
- body system that provides oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
- fluid that builds up in tissue
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- body system that transports oxygen and nutrients
- stores urine
- body system that helps with movement
- body system that breaks down food
- where 2 or more bones meet
- organ in the respiratory system that helps expand the chest
- if they stopped working, toxins would build up in the blood
12 Clues: stores urine • where 2 or more bones meet • fluid that builds up in tissue • largest organ in the human body • body system that breaks down food • body system that provides structure • body system that helps with movement • body system that removes liquid waste • body system that transports oxygen and nutrients • organ in the respiratory system that helps expand the chest • ...
Cellular Respiration 2023-11-30
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- The second stage of cellular respiration
- The process that releases energy from food (no space)
- This is made from glucose in glycolysis
- The third stage of cellular respiration
- The location of glycolysis
- The enzyme that makes ATP (no space)
- The respiratory system releases this
- The Krebs Cycle happens here
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- The respiratory system brings this in
- The first stage of cellular respiration
- The digestive system brings this in
- The goal of cellular respiration
- The full electron carrier made in glycolysis
- Anaerobic respiration done by yeast
- The organelle cellular respiration occurs in
- The membrane the electron transport chain occurs in
- We usually do this kind of respiration
- An 'empty' energy molecule
18 Clues: An 'empty' energy molecule • The location of glycolysis • The Krebs Cycle happens here • The goal of cellular respiration • The digestive system brings this in • Anaerobic respiration done by yeast • The enzyme that makes ATP (no space) • The respiratory system releases this • The respiratory system brings this in • We usually do this kind of respiration • ...
Human Body Systems 2020-12-10
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- carries blood towards the heart
- a steady equilibrium in the body
- their main function is to provide you with movement
- the endocrine system creates these and moves them through the body via the bloodstream
- body system that helps you digest food (one word)
- smallest type of blood vessel
- the color of your blood while inside of you
- carries blood away from the heart
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- most important organ in the respiratory system other than the lungs
- the respiratory system helps you do what?
- nervous system organ that controls all actions in the body
- protect and support organs in your body and help you move
- largest organ in your body
- where food enters the digestive system
- the excretory system helps you ______ waste
15 Clues: largest organ in your body • smallest type of blood vessel • carries blood towards the heart • a steady equilibrium in the body • carries blood away from the heart • where food enters the digestive system • the respiratory system helps you do what? • the excretory system helps you ______ waste • the color of your blood while inside of you • ...
Organ Functions 2024-04-15
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- Organ that controls the entire body (nervous system)
- Tubes where oxygen is given to cells and carbon dioxide is taken from cells (circulatory system)
- Involuntary muscle of the heart(muscular system)
- Bundle of nerve fibers that connect the brain to the nerves in the body TWO WORDS NO SPACE(nervous system)
- Where mechanical (chewig) and chemical (saliva) digestion begins (digestive system)
- Protect the lungs (skeletal system)
- Where water and vitamins are absorbed out of the undigested food TWO WORDS NO SPACE(digestive system)
- Produces melatonin that Helps regulate sleep patterns (endocrine system)
- Tubes that transport oxygen to the body (circulatory system)
- The tube that food travels down towards the stomach (digestive system)
- Tubes that transport carbon dioxide back to the lungs (circulatory system)
- The bottom layer of skin (Integumentary system)
- Produces insulin that brings high blood sugar levels back down (endocrine system)
- Major on/off switch of the body, controls all hormones, responsible for memory (endocrine system)
- The smooth muscle that churns food and has stomach acid to help digest food (digestive system)
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- Produces growth hormones to help the body grow from infancy to adulthood (endocrine system)
- Tubes that urine travels through from the kidneys to the bladder (urinary system)
- Protects the brain (skeletal system)
- Where nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream TWO WORDS NO SPACE(digestive system)
- Organ where urine is stored until it is able to be released from the body (urinary system)
- Produces adrenaline that is responsible for the fight-or-flight response which helps people respond to stress (endocrine system)
- Organs that removes urine from blood (urinary system)
- Involuntary muscles of the digestive tract (muscular system)
- Muscle that causes the lungs to inhale and exhale (respiratory system)
- Detect stimuli through the 5 senses (nervous system)
- Tiny little air sacs in the lungs where the carbon dioxide and oxygen exchange occurs with the blood (respiratory system)
- Voluntary muscles that are attached to bone and aid in movement (muscular system)
- The top layer of skin (Integumentary system)
- Tube that urine travels through to exit the body (urinary system)
- Tube that air travels through to get in and out of the lungs (respiratory system)
- Produces metabolic hormones that give the signal to digest food (endocrine system)
- The middle layer of skin (Integumentary system)
32 Clues: Protect the lungs (skeletal system) • Protects the brain (skeletal system) • The top layer of skin (Integumentary system) • The bottom layer of skin (Integumentary system) • The middle layer of skin (Integumentary system) • Involuntary muscle of the heart(muscular system) • Organ that controls the entire body (nervous system) • ...
Crossword Puzzle - Human Body System 2020-12-09
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- tiny hair which moves in a waves
- located at the back of the nose
- system include heart,veins and blood
- lines the inside of blood vessels
- Airways lead from the trachea into the lungs
- inhales oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide
- breakdown of food into small molecules
- system that includes lungs and trachea
- substance moves from High tolow concentration
- letting Air out of the lungs
- fine branching blood vessels
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- otherwise known as voice box
- filter the air we inhale
- dome shaped muscles located under the lung
- hollow spaces in the bones
- bone structure which protects heart,lungs
- main organ in respiratory system
- taking Air into the lungs
- Enters your body
- where two bones meet
- tiny sacs within the lungs
21 Clues: Enters your body • where two bones meet • filter the air we inhale • hollow spaces in the bones • taking Air into the lungs • tiny sacs within the lungs • otherwise known as voice box • letting Air out of the lungs • fine branching blood vessels • located at the back of the nose • tiny hair which moves in a waves • main organ in respiratory system • lines the inside of blood vessels • ...
Drugs acting on Respiratory System - Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Autonomous) 2023-03-17
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- An Anti-Histaminic used in Cough and Cold
- Beta2 sympathomimetic drugs enhances this enzyme
- Drugs that remove sputum from the respiratory tract are known as
- Used as anti-tussive agent
- The drug that binds to IgE preventing allergen from activating mast cells is:
- a common name for the drugs that stimulates the central nervous system.
- drug of choice in the treatment of productive cough
- A secondary messenger molecule used in signal transduction
- Methylxanthines attain their action by inhibiting the enzyme..
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- Inhaled Corticosteroid
- The drug used as mast cell stabilizing agent
- A Nasal Decongestant
- Topically administered long acting nasal decongestant
- Selective Beta2 Agonist
- the loss of the sense of smell, either total or partial
- This is a leukotriene modulator
- Example of Systemic Corticosteroid
- The drug excites central nerves and act as respiratory stimulant
- In which part of the respiratory system, gaseous exchange takes place?
19 Clues: A Nasal Decongestant • Inhaled Corticosteroid • Selective Beta2 Agonist • Used as anti-tussive agent • This is a leukotriene modulator • Example of Systemic Corticosteroid • An Anti-Histaminic used in Cough and Cold • The drug used as mast cell stabilizing agent • Beta2 sympathomimetic drugs enhances this enzyme • drug of choice in the treatment of productive cough • ...
The Respiratory System 2025-04-24
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- The very first opening that is used to breathe.
- A muscle under your lung that helps you breathe.
- A tube connected to your throat that supplies air to your your trachea.
- Tiny hairs on the lungs.
- Tube in the middle of your neck that moves air to the larynx.
- A waste gas that we exhale.
- The system that works with the respiratory system to supply the entire body with oxyegn.
- Warms and humidifies air that is breathed in.
- Small blood vessels that deliver oxygen to cells throughout your body.
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- Organ that the respiratory system revolves around.
- The process by which clean air is brought in to the lungs and waste gasses are released.
- The system that provides your body with oxygen while getting rid of excess gasses.
- A key part of your respiratory system that provides air to your Bronchi.
- Two large tubes that transport air from your trachea to your lungs.
- The gas our body needs to survive.
15 Clues: Tiny hairs on the lungs. • A waste gas that we exhale. • The gas our body needs to survive. • Warms and humidifies air that is breathed in. • The very first opening that is used to breathe. • A muscle under your lung that helps you breathe. • Organ that the respiratory system revolves around. • Tube in the middle of your neck that moves air to the larynx. • ...
The Respiratory System 2022-10-07
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- Epithelium covering alveoli
- Organ of the lower respiratory system
- Type of muscle found in the trachea
- Respiratory group used in forceful breathing
- Membrane lining the nose
- The volume of one breath
- Occurs when alveolar pressure > air pressure
- Exchange of O2 & CO2 between blood & alveoli
- Secondary bronchi
- Organ of the upper respiratory system
- Participate in immunological responses
- One of three anatomical regions of pharynx
- Openings of the nose to the exterior
- Cardiac notch of left lung
- Medical term for voice box
- Smaller compartments in lobes of lungs
- Pleura lining the thoracic cavity
- Collection of neurons in pons
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- Separate lobes in right lung
- Type of ventilation used in breathing
- Divides nasal cavity into left and right
- Type of respiration involving tissues
- Respiratory group controls normal breathing
- Occurs when alveolar pressure < air pressure
- Mixture of phospholipids and lipoproteins
- Type of respiration involving lungs
- Pleura covering each lung
- Tertiary bronchi
- Cavity between visceral and parietal pleura
- Surgery to repair/alter shape of nose
- Protein found in Hemoglobin
- Medical term for windpipe
- Pigment found in hemoglobin
- Inflammation of the larynx
34 Clues: Tertiary bronchi • Secondary bronchi • Membrane lining the nose • The volume of one breath • Pleura covering each lung • Medical term for windpipe • Cardiac notch of left lung • Medical term for voice box • Inflammation of the larynx • Epithelium covering alveoli • Protein found in Hemoglobin • Pigment found in hemoglobin • Separate lobes in right lung • Collection of neurons in pons • ...
Body Systems 2021-04-16
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- The longest bone in the leg
- This system helps us move and gives us the power to lift things.
- This system helps us get the nutrients we need.
- This system helps us breathe.
- Transports oxygen throughout the body
- We breathe in ______________ and breathe out carbon dioxide.
- This system gives us shape and support.
- Carry blood from the body back to the heart
- Part of the respiratory system and help us breathe
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- Part of the digestive system-- It helps us chew our food
- Muscles located in the upper arm.
- Also called the collarbone
- Pumps blood throughout our body
- Long tube that runs from our mouths to our stomachs
- The spinal cord, brain, and nerves are all part of this system.
- Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body
- Protects our brain like a helmet
17 Clues: Also called the collarbone • The longest bone in the leg • This system helps us breathe. • Pumps blood throughout our body • Protects our brain like a helmet • Muscles located in the upper arm. • Transports oxygen throughout the body • This system gives us shape and support. • Carry blood from the body back to the heart • This system helps us get the nutrients we need. • ...
Respiratory System 2025-12-10
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- The essential gas that the body takes in to create energy from food.
- chemical in the blood that carries oxygen.
- you breathe in and out of it.
- The waste gas produced by the body and breathed out.
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- you can get this type of cancer from smoking.
- how many main parts are in the respiratory system?
- these structures, part of the immune system, are found in the back of the mouth and are part of the upper respiratory system.
- the bones that protect the lungs and heart.
- a respiratory condition causing difficulty in breathing.
- the two largest organs of the lower respiratory tract
- one function of the respiratory system is to produce what involved in speaking,singing, and other forms of communication
11 Clues: you breathe in and out of it. • chemical in the blood that carries oxygen. • the bones that protect the lungs and heart. • you can get this type of cancer from smoking. • how many main parts are in the respiratory system? • The waste gas produced by the body and breathed out. • the two largest organs of the lower respiratory tract • ...
Airway disease in pigs and poultry 2022-12-03
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- What treatment can you give for pigs with migrating ascarids?
- What test would you do with an oral fluid sample?
- What is the process where a body produces antibodies in response to stimulation of immune system due to an antigen?
- What is a possible respiratory disease seen in adult pigs?
- What is an infectious respiratory disease seen in other poultry?
- Where is a disease that causes coughing, dyspnoea, tachypnoea or open-mouthed breathing?
- What is an infectious respiratory disease seen in adult birds?
- Which NSAID is licensed in poultry?
- What diagnostics could you do for a suspected A. pleurpneumonia infection?
- What respiratory disease is seen in pigs aged 0-7 days old?
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- What test would you do with a tracheobronchial swab for M.hyopneumoniae?
- What is a respiratory disease seen in chicks 0-7 days old?
- Which animal has a temperature of 40-42 degrees?
- How many weeks does seroconversion take?
- What is an infectious respiratory disease seen in young birds 7-40 days old?
- Where is a disease that causes sneezing or snicking (birds)?
- Which animal has a temperature of 38.5-40 degrees?
- What diagnostics could you do for a suspected P. multocida infection?
- What treatment can you give to poultry with syngamus trachea?
- What is a good antifungal to use in respiratory disease?
- What recent event may cause irritation to mucosa?
- What respiratory infection is seen in weaned piglets (7 days old)?
- What is one possible respiratory disease is seen in weaned pigs?
23 Clues: Which NSAID is licensed in poultry? • How many weeks does seroconversion take? • Which animal has a temperature of 40-42 degrees? • What test would you do with an oral fluid sample? • What recent event may cause irritation to mucosa? • Which animal has a temperature of 38.5-40 degrees? • What is a good antifungal to use in respiratory disease? • ...
