respiratory system Crossword Puzzles

Respiratory System I 2013-07-16

Respiratory System I crossword puzzle
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  1. Process including normal exhalation; no muscular contraction is required
  2. The bronchial tree begins at the trachea and ends at theses set of brochioles
  3. Consisted of two or more alveoli that share a common opening
  4. Simple squamous epithelium are the cells that make up the wall of the
  5. Exchange of O2 and CO2 happen across this membrane;alveolar and capillary walls
  6. The deepest layer of serous membrane that covers the lungs
  7. First step of inhalation does this to the diaphragm and external intercostals
  8. Diversion of pulmonary blood from poorly ventilated areas of lung, blood vessels response
  9. These intercostals are only used during forced exhalation;depletion of the body's ATP
  10. lowers alveolar surface tension
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  1. Refers to how much effort is required to stretch the lungs and chest wall
  2. When the alveolar pressure is this then atmospheric pressure, air moves into the lungs
  3. Process of respiration in which pulmonary capillary blood gains O2 and loses CO2
  4. Signals from this division of the autonomic nervous system cause bronchiodialation and decreased resistance
  5. Set of nerves responsible for innervating the diaphragm and causing 75% of the body's air to enter the lungs
  6. The collapse of part of a lung, or rarely, the entire lung
  7. Double layered membrane that surrounds and protects each lung is called
  8. The right lung has this fissure but the left lung does not
  9. A breathing disorder in preemies in which the alveoli do not remain open due to a lack of surfactant
  10. Larger diameter airways have this resistance
  11. Exhalation starts when the external intercostals do this

21 Clues: lowers alveolar surface tensionLarger diameter airways have this resistanceExhalation starts when the external intercostals do thisThe collapse of part of a lung, or rarely, the entire lungThe deepest layer of serous membrane that covers the lungsThe right lung has this fissure but the left lung does not...

Respiratory System II 2013-07-16

Respiratory System II crossword puzzle
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  1. CO2 pressure and H+ concentrations increases to a certain level that strongly stimulates the inspiratory
  2. Emotional brain, cortical influences on respiration
  3. Inside the RBC;transports 02,CO2, and H+
  4. A substance found in red blood cells that is responsible for the unloading of oxygen from hemoglobin, metabolic activity
  5. Law states that each gas in a mixture of gases exerts its own pressure as if all the other gases were not present
  6. This type of rate is decreased when there is a sudden rise in blood pressure
  7. Capacity is equal to the volume change of the lungs between a full inhale and full exhale
  8. Respiration is the exchange of gases between alveoli and pulmonary capillaries
  9. Law states that the quantity of a gas that will dissolve in a liquid is proportional to the partial pressure of the gas and its solubility
  10. Controls the medullary rhythmicity area;transmits inhibitory impulses to the inspiratory area
  11. Formed when the carbon dioxide molecule bonds with amino groups and proteins in the blood
  12. These levels initiate inhalation
  13. Blood is this when PH is low, O2 levels are low, CO2 levels are high and [H]+ is high
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  1. the binding of oxygen and hemoglobin from lungs to heart, from heart to tissues
  2. Saturation is said to be this when oxygen is at 100%;4 O2 attached to the heme group
  3. This type of perfusion is blood flow to the lungs
  4. Area of the brain that establishes the basic rhythm of breathing;medullary rhythmicity area
  5. also known as hypocarbia;low PCO2;<40mmHg
  6. This type of hypoxia is caused by a low PO2 in arterial blood as a result of airway obstruction, etc.
  7. This is the exchange of negative ions that maintain the electrical balance between blood plasma and RBC cytosol;shift

20 Clues: These levels initiate inhalationInside the RBC;transports 02,CO2, and H+also known as hypocarbia;low PCO2;<40mmHgThis type of perfusion is blood flow to the lungsEmotional brain, cortical influences on respirationThis type of rate is decreased when there is a sudden rise in blood pressure...

CS: Respiratory System 2021-03-12

CS: Respiratory System crossword puzzle
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  1. lymphatic tissue on the back of the pharynx behind the nose
  2. nosebleed
  3. coughing up and spitting out of material from the lungs
  4. to listen; physical examination method of listening to sounds within the body
  5. opening between the vocal cords in the larynx
  6. breathing
  7. carbon dioxide
  8. direct measurement of lung volume and capacity
  9. popping sound heard on auscultation of the lung
  10. normal breathing
  11. high pitched, crowing sound
  12. accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
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  1. difficulty breathing
  2. partition that separates the thorax into two compartment
  3. inability to breath
  4. cartilaginous ridge at the point where the trachea divides into two
  5. uvula
  6. biopsy removal of small piece of lung tissue for pathologic examination
  7. thin, watery discharge from the nose
  8. acute respiratory infection in infants and young children
  9. roof of the mouth
  10. palate

22 Clues: uvulapalatenosebleedbreathingcarbon dioxidenormal breathingroof of the mouthinability to breathdifficulty breathinghigh pitched, crowing soundthin, watery discharge from the noseaccumulation of pus in the pleural cavityopening between the vocal cords in the larynxdirect measurement of lung volume and capacity...

Respiratory & Circulatory System 2021-11-30

Respiratory & Circulatory System crossword puzzle
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  1. blood vessels that lead away from the heart.
  2. A pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon dioxide from and bring oxygen to the blood.
  3. The heart is made up of this type of muscle?
  4. a flap of tissue that covers the opening to the trachea in order to divert food & liquids.
  5. The human heart consists of this many chambers?
  6. The lower 2 chambers of the heart are known as the left & right ___________?
  7. The lungs take in this gas from the air we breath.
  8. The liquid that flows through our veins and arteries.
  9. The hollow tube inside the neck that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea.
  10. is the main artery that carries blood away from your heart to the rest of your body.
  11. The ______ atrium is the first chamber of the heart that un-oxygenated blood enters.
  12. Humans breath in oxygen either through our mouth or through our _____.
  13. blood vessels that lead back to the heart.
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  1. The ______ artery carries blood away from the heart to the lungs to get oxygenated.
  2. The large air passages that lead from the trachea to the lungs.
  3. ______ blood cells carry the oxygen throughout the circulatory system
  4. tiny air sacs in the lungs from which gasses are exchanged.
  5. The upper 2 chambers of the heart are known as the left & right __________?
  6. A.k.a. "the windpipe"
  7. This Muscle powers the Respiratory System located near the bottom of the rib cage.
  8. The "Voice Box" is triangularly shaped thing just below the Pharynx.
  9. The lungs help us expel this gas from our blood stream by breathing it out.
  10. air passages inside the lungs that branch off like tree limbs from the bronchi.
  11. This muscle/organ helps pump blood and power the circulatory systems.

24 Clues: A.k.a. "the windpipe"blood vessels that lead back to the heart.blood vessels that lead away from the heart.The heart is made up of this type of muscle?The human heart consists of this many chambers?The lungs take in this gas from the air we breath.The liquid that flows through our veins and arteries....

Respiratory System Diseases 2022-06-02

Respiratory System Diseases crossword puzzle
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  1. A bacteria that causes tracheobronchitis (kennel cough)
  2. exposes animal to ultrafine water droplets to moisten small airways
  3. A condition where fluid accumulates in lung tissue
  4. Technique of slapping thorax with a cupped hand to encourage coughing and to loosen debris
  5. absent breathing
  6. Pleural cavity creates negative pressure in the chest when diaphragm expands
  7. A blue coloration to mucous membranes
  8. Disease of the alveoli causing formation of exudate and consolidation (alveolar collapse)
  9. Usually caused by a bad tooth
  10. Inhalation of food or liquid
  11. Dozens of small tumors that seed themselves into the lung tissue
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  1. abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space
  2. Relaxation of the diaphragm
  3. fast breathing
  4. Official term for what a "Pulse Ox" machine does
  5. Highly contagious upper respiratory tract disease in cats
  6. placing needle into pleural space to remove air or fluid
  7. Inflammation and irritation of the mucous membrane of the nose
  8. difficulty breathing
  9. A bloody nose

20 Clues: A bloody nosefast breathingabsent breathingdifficulty breathingRelaxation of the diaphragmInhalation of food or liquidUsually caused by a bad toothA blue coloration to mucous membranesOfficial term for what a "Pulse Ox" machine doesA condition where fluid accumulates in lung tissueabnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space...

Respiratory System Review 2021-04-14

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
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  1. enzyme in mucus that destroys bacteria
  2. if this is reduced it is difficult to exhale
  3. this increases with increased temperature
  4. these nasal structures will warm and moisten air
  5. part of brain that controls respiratory center
  6. the rate in which you will breathe with increased CO2
  7. thin cell for rapid diffusion of air
  8. condition which causes resistance to airflow
  9. this condition will make you breathe faster
  10. structures for immunity but can be removed
  11. structure that prevents food from entering lung
  12. expiration is this type of process
  13. amount of pressure when lung collapses
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  1. can pass through the pharynx
  2. white blood cell that carries bad particles
  3. tiny hairs that line the respiratory tract
  4. if you can control breathing during singing
  5. this will make you breathe faster
  6. sticky liquid that can capture particles
  7. this increases when volume decreases
  8. gas that controls rate/depth of breathing
  9. flow of air when pressure increases in the lungs
  10. prevents alveoli from collapsing
  11. flow of air when chest increases and pressure increases
  12. nerve that controls the diaphragm

25 Clues: can pass through the pharynxprevents alveoli from collapsingthis will make you breathe fasternerve that controls the diaphragmexpiration is this type of processthis increases when volume decreasesthin cell for rapid diffusion of airenzyme in mucus that destroys bacteriaamount of pressure when lung collapsessticky liquid that can capture particles...

Respiratory System Review 2021-05-04

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
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  1. space outside of & between lungs in thoracic cavity
  2. exchange of gasses in the bloodstream
  3. material expelled from the bronchi, lungs, or upper respiratory tract by spitting
  4. tapping on a surface to determine the difference in the density of the underlying structure
  5. windpipe, tube from pharynx & larynx to bronchial tubes
  6. air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place
  7. large air passages that lead from trachea to lungs
  8. chronic inflammatory disorder w/ airway obstruction due to bronchial & bronchiolar edema & constriction
  9. process of breathing out
  10. fine crackling sounds heard when inhaling when there is fluid in the alveoli
  11. an acute infection of the throat & upper respiratory tract caused by diphtheria bacterium
  12. the throat
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  1. where air is exchanged in the lungs
  2. inflammation and infection of the alveoli, which can fill with pus or a product from the inflammatory reaction
  3. continuous high-pitched whistling sounds produced during breathing
  4. combining point between the pulmonary arteries & pulmonary veins
  5. voice box, above trachea
  6. hyperinflation of air sacs w/ destruction of alveolar walls
  7. act of breathing in
  8. strained, high pitched sound heard on inspiration caused by obstruction in the pharynx or larynx

20 Clues: the throatact of breathing invoice box, above tracheaprocess of breathing outwhere air is exchanged in the lungsexchange of gasses in the bloodstreamlarge air passages that lead from trachea to lungsspace outside of & between lungs in thoracic cavityair sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place...

The Respiratory System 2022-10-06

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
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  1. enzyme digesting lung parenchyma
  2. diamond shaped crystal of eosinophils
  3. type of respiratory epithelium
  4. accumulation of milky fluid of lymphatic origin in pleura
  5. air-filled cyst like structure
  6. blue asbestos known as
  7. brown asbestos known as
  8. stage of lobar pneumonia characterized by congested septal walls and pale yellow oedema
  9. the syndrome which develops in coal worker pneumoconiosis due to rheumatoid arthritis development
  10. spiral shaped strips formed by degenerating respiratory epithelium in mucus plug
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  1. stage of lobar pneumonia characterized by fibrinous pleurisy
  2. most common bacteria causing lobar pneumonia
  3. type of carcinoma where island of malignant squamous cells are seen with cell nest with keratinization
  4. alveolar ducts open into
  5. an asbestos fibre coated with glycoprotein and ------------ called asbestos body
  6. sectioned lungs showing air filled sacs, name the disease
  7. inhaled asbestos fibres are phagocytosed by ------- macrophages
  8. sectioned lung surface with ----------- appearance
  9. type of emphysema which involves entire lobule and whole acinus
  10. part of lung tissue which is distal to terminal bronchioles

20 Clues: blue asbestos known asbrown asbestos known asalveolar ducts open intotype of respiratory epitheliumair-filled cyst like structureenzyme digesting lung parenchymadiamond shaped crystal of eosinophilsmost common bacteria causing lobar pneumoniasectioned lung surface with ----------- appearanceaccumulation of milky fluid of lymphatic origin in pleura...

Respiratory System Anatomy 2023-09-29

Respiratory System Anatomy crossword puzzle
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  1. Tonsils at the tip of the soft palate
  2. The breathing sound heard as the air fills the alopoly is
  3. The nasal cavity is surrounded by a ring
  4. Normal respiratory rate
  5. The road is about 13cm long
  6. Olfactory receptors are located in the mucosa in the gaps of the nasal cavity called recaptors
  7. Removal of carbon dioxide
  8. The surface of each lung is filled with uiseral callulose
  9. The remaining mucosal layar, namely the nasal cavity, is called the respiratory tract
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  1. Three mucosal projects or lobes are called
  2. The reserve volume which is usually between 2100 ml to 3200 ml is called volume
  3. The Pharymponic duct, which drains the maiddle ear, opens into the
  4. Tonsils located at the base of the tongue
  5. The right and left bronchi are formed by division
  6. Pharangeal tonsils are called
  7. During exercise, we deeply because breathe more forcefully and the muscular centers send more impulses to the so-called breathing pattern
  8. Passageways that allow air to reach the lungs
  9. What system keeps the body supplied with oxygen
  10. The Cells of the nasal bulb create a gentle current as the cells
  11. humidifier Warms the incoming air

20 Clues: Normal respiratory rateRemoval of carbon dioxideThe road is about 13cm longPharangeal tonsils are calledhumidifier Warms the incoming airTonsils at the tip of the soft palateThe nasal cavity is surrounded by a ringTonsils located at the base of the tongueThree mucosal projects or lobes are calledPassageways that allow air to reach the lungs...

Respiratory System Diseases 2024-02-06

Respiratory System Diseases crossword puzzle
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  1. temporary absence of spontaneous respiration
  2. whopping cough
  3. acute bacterial infection of the throat and upper respiratory tract.
  4. abnormally rapid rate of deep respiration
  5. Acute respiratory distress syndrome
  6. a collection of pus in a body cavity
  7. difficulty in speaking
  8. abnormally slow rate of respiration
  9. bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes
  10. nosebleed
  11. also known as the flu
  12. progressive, long term loss of lung function
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  1. a group of lung disease in which the bronchial airflow is obstructed
  2. loss of the ability of the larynx to produce normal speech sounds
  3. coughing up & spitting out saliva
  4. chronic inflammatory disease of the bronchial tubes
  5. inflammation of the larynx
  6. loss of consciousness
  7. the condition of having low oxygen levels in the blood
  8. easy or normal breathing
  9. Upper respiratory infection
  10. serious inflammation of the lungs
  11. Sudden infant death syndrome
  12. shortness of breath
  13. caused by asbestos particles in the lungs
  14. abnormally rapid rate of respiration
  15. acute respiratory infection in children and infants

27 Clues: nosebleedwhopping coughshortness of breathloss of consciousnessalso known as the fludifficulty in speakingeasy or normal breathinginflammation of the larynxUpper respiratory infectionSudden infant death syndromecoughing up & spitting out salivaserious inflammation of the lungsAcute respiratory distress syndromeabnormally slow rate of respiration...

The Respiratory System 2020-05-04

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
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  1. gives carbon dioxide to alveoli and takes oxgen to the bloodstream
  2. one's biggest possible breath
  3. two branches at the end of the trachea
  4. alveoli become filled with fluid preventing the exchange of gases
  5. the amonut of air that is always in the lungs
  6. uncontrolled growth in lung tissue
  7. inflammation of the lining of the bronchioles
  8. it contracts and flattens when you inhale
  9. deliver air to alveoli
  10. passageway for food and air
  11. transports air from the larynx to the bronchi
  12. filters,warms, and moistens air
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  1. production of sound
  2. moves ribs during respiration
  3. prevents food from entering the trachea
  4. connects oral and nasal cavities to larynx and esophagus
  5. air sacs at the end of bronchioles
  6. covers the lungs and lines the chest cavity
  7. constriction of bronchioles
  8. the alveoli deteriorates and lungs lose their elasticity

20 Clues: production of sounddeliver air to alveoliconstriction of bronchiolespassageway for food and airone's biggest possible breathmoves ribs during respirationfilters,warms, and moistens airair sacs at the end of bronchiolesuncontrolled growth in lung tissuetwo branches at the end of the tracheaprevents food from entering the trachea...

The Respiratory System 2019-01-14

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
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  1. type of tumor that does not spread
  2. walls of alveoli break down and lose their elasticity
  3. flap of cartilage that covers the opening to the trachea (glottis) when swallowing
  4. inspiratory volume + tidal volume + expiratory volume
  5. volume of air that always remains in the lungs
  6. thin double-layered membrane that surrounds each lung
  7. pigment in red blood cells that carries oxygen
  8. bronchi and bronchioles become inflamed; usually caused by allergic reactions
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  1. medical term for lungs collapsing
  2. dome shaped muscle; moves downward during contraction
  3. strengthened by cartilaginous “C” shaped arches
  4. muscles (rib) that are involved in inhalation and exhalation
  5. disease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up
  6. reserve volume of air that can be forced out of the lungs beyond a regular breath of air
  7. reserve volume of air that can be taken into the lungs beyond a regular breath of air
  8. main organs of respiration
  9. respiration between the air and the blood; oxygen in and carbon dioxide out
  10. contains the voice box
  11. volume of air in a normal breath
  12. respiration between the body’s tissues and the blood; oxygen to cells, waste into blood
  13. tiny sacs surrounded by capillaries; site of gas exchange in the lungs

21 Clues: contains the voice boxmain organs of respirationvolume of air in a normal breathmedical term for lungs collapsingtype of tumor that does not spreadvolume of air that always remains in the lungspigment in red blood cells that carries oxygenstrengthened by cartilaginous “C” shaped archesdisease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up...

Respiratory System Crossword 2019-05-23

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. When the alveoli of the lungs aren’t able to get a sufficient amount of oxygen
  2. Has superior, middle, and inferior conchae that project towards nasal septum
  3. The pressure contributed by a single gas within a mixture of gases
  4. The voice box
  5. The main passageway into the lungs
  6. Protect airways of our lungs from irritants and remove inhaled substances that are potentially harmful to the lungs and airways
  7. Reflexes that are strong and cannot be consciously suppressed
  8. Nostrils that open to nasal cavity
  9. Evaporates water in the mucus, and heats air to body temperature
  10. Attaches the thyroid cartilage to hyoid bone and cricoid cartilage to trachea
  11. Only contains superior and inferior lobes
  12. When one hemoglobin molecule can bind four oxygen molecules which result in the formation of oxyhemoglobin.
  13. Law stating that the gases that contribute to the total pressure exerted is equal to the sum of the partial pressures of the individual gases
  14. Separates oral and nasal cavities with portions of maxillary and palatine bones or helps divide nasopharynx and rest of the pharynx
  15. Branches out into secondary bronchi and tertiary bronchi which extend into bronchioles and pulmonary alveoli
  16. Connects to posterior portion of nasal cavity through internal nares and separated from oral cavity by soft palate
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  1. Blood becomes saturated with carbon dioxide and roughly around 7% is absorbed by peripheral capillaries and is moved as dissolved gas molecules
  2. An increase amount of air entering the alveoli
  3. Helps to maintain blood pressure at nearly constant levels
  4. to form right and left primary bronchi
  5. Responds to excessive stretching of the lung during large inspirations in order to help prevent over-inflation of the lung
  6. Makes sure that the body’s alveoli are sufficiently supplied with oxygen and aids in the removal of carbon dioxide that is found in the bloodstream
  7. Distribute air throughout the lungs
  8. Tiny ducts that connect the respiratory bronchioles to alveolar sacs
  9. Contains superior, inferior, and middle lobe
  10. Bind the nine cartilages to form the larynx
  11. Law stating that the pressure of a given mass of an ideal gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature
  12. Lies between hyoid bone and entrance to larynx and esophagus
  13. Extends between soft palate and the base of tongue at around the hyoid bone
  14. Tiny air sacs of the lungs which allow for rapid gaseous exchange

30 Clues: The voice boxThe main passageway into the lungsNostrils that open to nasal cavityDistribute air throughout the lungsto form right and left primary bronchiOnly contains superior and inferior lobesBind the nine cartilages to form the larynxContains superior, inferior, and middle lobeAn increase amount of air entering the alveoli...

Respiratory System Crossword 2019-05-23

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. The voice box
  2. Tiny ducts that connect the respiratory bronchioles to alveolar sacs
  3. Distribute air throughout the lungs
  4. Law stating that the gases that contribute to the total pressure exerted is equal to the sum of the partial pressures of the individual gases
  5. Blood becomes saturated with carbon dioxide and roughly around 7% is absorbed by peripheral capillaries and is moved as dissolved gas molecules
  6. Reflexes that are strong and cannot be consciously suppressed
  7. to form right and left primary bronchi
  8. Bind the nine cartilages to form the larynx
  9. The pressure contributed by a single gas within a mixture of gases
  10. Responds to excessive stretching of the lung during large inspirations in order to help prevent over-inflation of the lung
  11. When the alveoli of the lungs aren’t able to get a sufficient amount of oxygen
  12. Branches out into secondary bronchi and tertiary bronchi which extend into bronchioles and pulmonary alveoli
  13. Contains superior, inferior, and middle lobe
  14. Evaporates water in the mucus, and heats air to body temperature
  15. An increase amount of air entering the alveoli
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  1. Extends between soft palate and the base of tongue at around the hyoid bone
  2. Tiny air sacs of the lungs which allow for rapid gaseous exchange
  3. Lies between hyoid bone and entrance to larynx and esophagus
  4. Connects to posterior portion of nasal cavity through internal nares and separated from oral cavity by soft palate
  5. Law stating that the pressure of a given mass of an ideal gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature
  6. Only contains superior and inferior lobes
  7. Makes sure that the body’s alveoli are sufficiently supplied with oxygen and aids in the removal of carbon dioxide that is found in the bloodstream
  8. Separates oral and nasal cavities with portions of maxillary and palatine bones or helps divide nasopharynx and rest of the pharynx
  9. Helps to maintain blood pressure at nearly constant levels
  10. Protect airways of our lungs from irritants and remove inhaled substances that are potentially harmful to the lungs and airways
  11. When one hemoglobin molecule can bind four oxygen molecules which result in the formation of oxyhemoglobin.
  12. Nostrils that open to nasal cavity
  13. Attaches the thyroid cartilage to hyoid bone and cricoid cartilage to trachea
  14. Has superior, middle, and inferior conchae that project towards nasal septum
  15. The main passageway into the lungs

30 Clues: The voice boxNostrils that open to nasal cavityThe main passageway into the lungsDistribute air throughout the lungsto form right and left primary bronchiOnly contains superior and inferior lobesBind the nine cartilages to form the larynxContains superior, inferior, and middle lobeAn increase amount of air entering the alveoli...

The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23

The Respiratory System. crossword puzzle
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  1. contains oxygen
  2. a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
  3. also is known as the throat
  4. a vessel leading from the lungs to the heart
  5. bones that protect the lungs and heart
  6. two external openings of the nasal cavity
  7. a vessel leading from the heart to the lungs
  8. connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
  9. the branches that divide from the bronchus
  10. a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection
  11. tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
  12. a group of alveoli
  13. organ used to pump blood around the body
  14. a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
  15. a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
  16. the organ used to breathe
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  1. the act of breathing out
  2. the smallest blood vessels in the body
  3. also known as the voice box
  4. does not contain oxygen
  5. the gas we need to survive
  6. is emitted when we exhale
  7. the group of muscles that run between the ribs
  8. hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
  9. cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
  10. a fluid that delivers necessary nutrients to cells
  11. the act of breathing in
  12. the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
  13. pipe that delivers air to the lungs
  14. a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe

30 Clues: contains oxygena group of alveolidoes not contain oxygenthe act of breathing inthe act of breathing outis emitted when we exhalethe organ used to breathethe gas we need to survivealso known as the voice boxalso is known as the throatpipe that delivers air to the lungsthe smallest blood vessels in the bodybones that protect the lungs and heart...

The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23

The Respiratory System. crossword puzzle
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  1. the smallest blood vessels in the body
  2. organ used to pump blood around the body
  3. pipe that delivers air to the lungs
  4. is emitted when we exhale
  5. hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
  6. a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe
  7. also known as the voice box
  8. two external openings of the nasal cavity
  9. a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
  10. connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
  11. the branches that divide from the bronchus
  12. the organ used to breathe
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  1. the act of breathing out
  2. a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
  3. the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
  4. the group of muscles that run between the ribs
  5. bones that protect the lungs and heart
  6. tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
  7. a group of alveoli
  8. cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
  9. a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
  10. the act of breathing in
  11. also is known as the throat
  12. a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection
  13. the gas we need to survive

25 Clues: a group of alveolithe act of breathing inthe act of breathing outis emitted when we exhalethe organ used to breathethe gas we need to survivealso known as the voice boxalso is known as the throatpipe that delivers air to the lungsthe smallest blood vessels in the bodybones that protect the lungs and heartconnects the bronchioles to the alveoli...

The Respiratory System 2019-11-25

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
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  1. abnormal tissue growth that extends from the surface of the mucous membrane
  2. acute inflammation and infection of the alveoli, which fill with pus and products of inflammation
  3. thin hairs attached to the mucous membrane epithelium lining the respiratory tract
  4. double-folded membrane surrounding each lung
  5. inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose
  6. the voice box
  7. the air cavities in the bones near the nose
  8. openings through the nose
  9. small bronchial tubes
  10. throat
  11. a rare disease where cartilage in many areas of the body become inflamed, most commonly affects the ears, nose, & airways of the lungs
  12. collections of lymphatic tissue
  13. contains the adenoids
  14. difficult breathing
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  1. consists of 3 parts: primary, secondary, tertiary; transfers air to and from the lungs
  2. muscle that separates the chest and the abdomen; aids in breathing
  3. nosebleed
  4. cricoid, thyroid, epiglottis, arytenoids, corniculate, cuneiform are types of what?
  5. smallest blood vessels
  6. inflammation of the mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes; cause coughing and bronchospasm
  7. a foreign body is inhaled accidentally and becomes lodges in one of the bronchi
  8. inflammation of a bronchiole
  9. a spasm of the bronchial smooth muscle, that narrows the bronchi
  10. hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls
  11. a cell that holds hemoglobin and can carry oxygen to the body
  12. connects the larynx to the bronchi
  13. contains the palatine tonsils
  14. a flap of cartilage attached to the root of the tongue, prevents choking or food aspiration by closing over the Larynx
  15. triangular slit between the opening of the vocal cords, opens into windpipe, responsible for production of sound
  16. illness that constricts the bronchi which affects the amount of air coming to the lungs

30 Clues: throatnosebleedthe voice boxdifficult breathingsmall bronchial tubescontains the adenoidssmallest blood vesselsopenings through the noseinflammation of a bronchiolecontains the palatine tonsilscollections of lymphatic tissueconnects the larynx to the bronchithe air cavities in the bones near the nosedouble-folded membrane surrounding each lung...

Respiratory System Crossword 2020-05-08

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. seals off the windpipe during eating so that food is not accidentally inhaled
  2. uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs
  3. one of two membranes around the lungs
  4. separates the abdomen from the chest
  5. also known as "voice box"
  6. plural form of bronchus
  7. if left untreated, can cause pneumonia
  8. inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs
  9. smallest blood vessels in the body
  10. deliver air to tiny sacs called
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  1. amount of air that remains in a person's lungs after fully exhaling
  2. help form and move the chest wall
  3. alveoli fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe
  4. is located inside of your nose
  5. regulate the passage of air to the lungs and food to the esophagus
  6. a condition that causes shortness of breath
  7. max amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a max inhalation
  8. beginning of the digestive tract
  9. rigid tube extending from the larynx
  10. tiny balloon shaped air sacs

20 Clues: plural form of bronchusalso known as "voice box"tiny balloon shaped air sacsis located inside of your nosedeliver air to tiny sacs calledbeginning of the digestive tracthelp form and move the chest wallsmallest blood vessels in the bodyseparates the abdomen from the chestrigid tube extending from the larynxone of two membranes around the lungs...

The respiratory system 2024-09-09

The respiratory system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. dioxide The primary waste gas released during exhalation.
  2. A chronic respiratory disease that causes narrowing of the airways.
  3. Hair-like structures on cells that help move mucus and trapped particles out of the airways.
  4. The part of the circulatory system that delivers oxygenated blood to the body's tissues.
  5. A gas that makes up the majority of inhaled and exhaled air but is not involved in gas exchange.
  6. The protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen for transport in the bloodstream.
  7. A lung condition that damages alveoli, reducing oxygen absorption.
  8. The process by which gases move from areas of high concentration to low concentration, such as oxygen moving from the alveoli to the blood.
  9. The system that transports oxygenated blood from the lungs to the body and returns deoxygenated blood to the lungs for gas exchange.
  10. The windpipe that directs air to the lungs.
  11. The process of expelling air from the lungs after gas exchange has occurred.
  12. Tiny sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.
  13. The cells responsible for gas exchange in the alveoli.
  14. Small openings on plant leaves that allow for gas exchange, similar to alveoli in the lungs.
  15. An alternative entry point for air, where it is filtered and humidified.
  16. cells The specialized cells that regulate the opening and closing of stomata in plants, similar to the way respiratory muscles control air entry in animals.
  17. The flap of tissue that prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.
  18. The cells lining the respiratory tract that produce mucus to trap particles.
Down
  1. The process of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) moving between the alveoli and the blood.
  2. The smaller airways branching off the bronchi in the lungs.
  3. The voice box that also acts as a passage for air entering the trachea.
  4. The exchange of gases between the air in the alveoli and the blood in the capillaries.
  5. The process of air entering the body through the mouth or nose and traveling down the trachea to the bronchi and bronchioles.
  6. The muscles between the ribs that assist in breathing by expanding and contracting the chest cavity.
  7. The entry point for air into the respiratory system.
  8. pressure The measurement of oxygen and carbon dioxide concentrations that drive diffusion in the lungs.
  9. The movement of air into and out of the lungs, including both inhalation and exhalation.
  10. Small blood vessels surrounding the alveoli, where oxygen enters the blood and carbon dioxide is removed.
  11. The part of the throat that connects the mouth to the esophagus and trachea.
  12. The membrane that surrounds the lungs and lines the chest cavity to reduce friction during breathing.
  13. The muscle that contracts to pull air into the lungs.
  14. The primary gas absorbed by the body during inhalation.
  15. The two large airways that lead from the trachea to the lungs.
  16. cavity The area behind the nose where air is warmed and filtered before it enters the lungs.
  17. The primary organ for gas exchange in the respiratory system.

35 Clues: The windpipe that directs air to the lungs.Tiny sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.The entry point for air into the respiratory system.The muscle that contracts to pull air into the lungs.The cells responsible for gas exchange in the alveoli.The primary gas absorbed by the body during inhalation....

biology respiratory system 2024-09-09

biology respiratory system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the main organ in respiratory system
  2. when we breathe in, air enters the respiratory system through the...
  3. the dome-shaped muscle below the lungs
  4. causes you to have low stamina
  5. the action to intake oxygen
  6. disease where there is uncontrolled growth of cells in the lungs
  7. the action to let out air
  8. what do we exhale
  9. the external respiration process where air moves into and out of the lungs
  10. causes addiction to smoking
  11. in the chest, the trachea branches into two...
  12. our lungs are protected inside the ribcage that consists of the
  13. thoracic cavity is seperated from the abdominal cavity by a muscular sheet known as the
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  1. damage of the alveoli in the lungs caused by smoking
  2. inflammation of the bronchi
  3. each bronchus splits into smaller tubes called
  4. also known as the windpipe
  5. the lungs are in a space called
  6. the tiny air sacs in the lungs
  7. the health issue when you have high blood sugar
  8. disorder in which the air passage of lungs become too narrow
  9. the primary muscle involved in breathing

22 Clues: what do we exhalethe action to let out airalso known as the windpipeinflammation of the bronchithe action to intake oxygencauses addiction to smokingcauses you to have low staminathe tiny air sacs in the lungsthe lungs are in a space calledthe main organ in respiratory systemthe dome-shaped muscle below the lungs...

Respiratory System Vocab 2023-03-20

Respiratory System Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. Not enough air
  2. The junction where blood interacts with the alveoli sacs to exchange gas
  3. The smallest divisions of the lung to the naked eye
  4. Breathing out
  5. The cartillage between nostrils
  6. Breathing in
  7. The flap that covers the trachea when swallowing
  8. The smallest type of airway that leads into alveoli
  9. Large airways that lead from the trachea to the lungs
  10. Lines the moist areas of your body; part of the immune system
  11. The organ containing the voicebox
  12. The section of thyroid cartilage that protrudes from the larynx, especially prominentin males
  13. Suffication
  14. Molecule responsible for carrying Oxygen
  15. The squishy part of the roof of your mouth
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  1. The structure that causes crying to make your nose stuffy
  2. The small air sacs where gas exchange occurs
  3. A protein present in mucous; important for breaking things down
  4. The mass of tissue located at the back of the throat; visible when opening the mouth
  5. The main breathing muscle located inferior to the lungs
  6. A type of nervous receptor that detects change in blood pressure
  7. The area between the lungs
  8. The passage of fluid to organs from the circulatory or lymphatic system
  9. Part of the brain that sends involuntary singals to breathe
  10. Shortness of breathe
  11. The enter/exit point for many structures in the lung
  12. A temporary stop in breathing; common in sleep
  13. The cavity behind the mouth and nasal cavity that connect them to the esophagus
  14. The membrane lining the lungs
  15. A device that measures the rate of respiration

30 Clues: SufficationBreathing inBreathing outNot enough airShortness of breatheThe area between the lungsThe membrane lining the lungsThe cartillage between nostrilsThe organ containing the voiceboxMolecule responsible for carrying OxygenThe squishy part of the roof of your mouthThe small air sacs where gas exchange occurs...

Respiratory System (1) 2025-01-07

Respiratory System (1) crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cartilage the protects the vocal cords in the larynx
  2. sac-like structures with simple squamous epithelium, surrounded by capillaries
  3. a membrane that lines the inside of the thoracic cavity
  4. a thin layer of tissue that covers the lungs & lines the inside of the chest cavity
  5. the dividing of the trachea into 2 bronchi
  6. a thin, fluid-filled cavity between the lungs & the chest wall
  7. air-filled sacs that equalise air pressure of the eardrum in equines
  8. the type of muscle that allows the trachea to narrow when food is travelling down the oesophagus
  9. a behaviour that allows animals to absorb/process new smells & pheromones
  10. the type of gland found in reptiles & birds that help to maintain a salt balance & preserve water
  11. muscle that makes small adjustments to the vocal ligaments when speaking/singing allowing for precise changes in pitch
  12. cartilage that causes the epiglottis to open & close
  13. the upper part of the pharynx that connects the back of the nose to the back of the mouth
  14. thin, bony plates in the nose that are lined with respiratory epithelium and produce mucus
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  1. air-filled cavities lined with ciliated mucus epithelium that lightens the weight of the skull
  2. chonchae covered in olfactory epithelium to detect odours
  3. divides the alar fold into 2 chambers
  4. chambers filled with scrolls of bone/cartilage in an nasal cavity epithelium
  5. the organ that detects pheromones, located in the roof of the mouth
  6. when the epiglottis fails to open & close efficiently causing breathing difficulties
  7. a controlled airflow that moves in one direction
  8. part of the brain that has 300 million receptors for the sense of smell in dogs
  9. small tubes that the bronchi divide into, made up of smooth muscle
  10. a flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe when you swallow to prevent food from entering your lungs
  11. bulb-shaped openings of the front of the nose
  12. where air enters the respiratory tract
  13. a ring of hyaline cartilage that forms the bottom of the larynx and surrounds the trachea
  14. a hollow tube surrounded by C-shaped cartilage rings & trachealis muscle
  15. gaps in cartilage
  16. a floating bone on the larynx that tongue muscles attach to
  17. the region at the back of the mouth made up of hard/soft palates to separate the nasal cavity & mouth
  18. internal nostrils that connect the nasal cavity to the upper respiratory tract
  19. the number of air sacs that most bird species have
  20. the voice box of a bird that allows it to produce to 2 notes simultaneously
  21. the type of membrane that lubricates the respiratory tract & protects organs/cavities within it
  22. the term used for nose pad
  23. the lower part of the pharynx that serves as a passageway for air, food & water
  24. the bone that separates the nasal cavity from the cranial cavity
  25. the middle section of the pharynx involved in swallowing & speaking

39 Clues: gaps in cartilagethe term used for nose paddivides the alar fold into 2 chamberswhere air enters the respiratory tractthe dividing of the trachea into 2 bronchibulb-shaped openings of the front of the nosea controlled airflow that moves in one directionthe number of air sacs that most bird species have...

BIOL204-Respiratory System 2025-04-11

BIOL204-Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. effect describing how CO2 and low pH reduce hemoglobin’s oxygen affinity
  2. air passages beneath each nasal turbinate
  3. pressure difference between alveolar and intrapleural pressure; also called lung recoil pressure
  4. phase of breathing when intra-alveolar pressure exceeds atmospheric pressure
  5. large airways branching from the trachea into each lung
  6. tendency of lung tissue to return to original shape after stretching
  7. type of cartilage forming C-rings that keep the trachea open
  8. volume of air moved in or out during a normal breath
  9. substance that reduces surface tension in alveoli to prevent collapse
  10. measure of the lung’s ability to stretch and expand during inhalation
  11. effect describing how deoxygenated hemoglobin binds CO2 more readily
  12. curved bones (turbinates) that divide the nasal cavity
  13. smaller airways branching from the bronchi; include terminal and respiratory types
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  1. name of the vocalis muscles that fine-tune vocal cord tension and vibration
  2. law stating that gas volume is inversely proportional to pressure at constant temperature
  3. shape of the epithelial cells lining the alveoli (simple _____ epithelium)
  4. form of hemoglobin with CO2 bound to amino groups of its chains
  5. flap that closes over the trachea during swallowing to prevent food entry
  6. form of hemoglobin not bound to oxygen, found in venous blood
  7. law stating pressure in alveoli is proportional to surface tension and inversely to radius
  8. ion exchanged with bicarbonate in RBCs to aid CO2 transport (_____ shift)
  9. phase of breathing when diaphragm and external intercostal muscles are contracted
  10. law stating that total pressure of a gas mixture equals the sum of partial pressures
  11. law stating that gas solubility in a liquid is proportional to its partial pressure
  12. spaces within skull bones that reduce weight and serve as resonant chambers for voice
  13. direction of oxygen dissociation curve shift when CO2 increases in tissues
  14. tiny balloon-shaped sacs where gas exchange occurs in the lungs
  15. direction of oxygen dissociation curve shift when 2,3-DPG decreases

28 Clues: air passages beneath each nasal turbinatevolume of air moved in or out during a normal breathcurved bones (turbinates) that divide the nasal cavitylarge airways branching from the trachea into each lungtype of cartilage forming C-rings that keep the trachea openform of hemoglobin not bound to oxygen, found in venous blood...

The Respiratory System 2025-02-24

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the tendency of the thorax and the lungs to return to their pre-inhalation size
  2. process of expelling air from the lungs
  3. function of the sinuses
  4. the substance that assist in gas exchange by stabilizing the alveolus and reducing surface tension
  5. the structure that is formed by the alveolar membrane basement membrane and the capillary wall
  6. process of taking air into the lungs
  7. throat
  8. gas exchanging between the air in the alveoli and the blood in capillaries
  9. the primary organs of respiration
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  1. the ease which the thorax and lungs stretch during inhalation
  2. the nerve that innervates the diaphragm to initiate inhalation
  3. gas exchange between the blood in the capillaries and body cells within tissues
  4. windpipe
  5. location of the glottis and vocal cords
  6. average number of breaths per minute for a resting adult
  7. main muscle of respiration
  8. breathing
  9. the passageways leading from the trachea to each lung
  10. primary gas exchange structures of the respiratory tract
  11. guardian of the windpipe
  12. air-conditioning chambers

21 Clues: throatwindpipebreathingfunction of the sinusesguardian of the windpipeair-conditioning chambersmain muscle of respirationthe primary organs of respirationprocess of taking air into the lungsprocess of expelling air from the lungslocation of the glottis and vocal cordsthe passageways leading from the trachea to each lung...

the respiratory system 2025-03-01

the respiratory system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. located inside the face, four pairs of air-filled spaces that produce nitric oxide that aids in oxygen uptake
  2. a maneuver of forceful exhalation of air done by closing both the mouth and the nose and trying to breathe out
  3. an airway in the lower respiratory tract, carries air into the lungs, the trachea separates into two and forms this
  4. ridge of cartilage at the base of the trachea, separating the openings of the left and right primary bronchi
  5. commonly known as the windpipe, cartilaginous tube that connects the larynx to the lungs
  6. openings on the nose that allow air to be taken up into the lungs via breathing
  7. most important muscle of respiration, separates the thoracic cavity from the abdomen
  8. cup-shaped tiny, hollow cavities inside the lungs where gas exchange takes place
  9. main organ of the respiratory system, is composed of two sides and protected by the ribcage against external damage
  10. main component of the backup breathing system, necessary for vocalisation and talking
  11. cartilaginous flap in the throat that acts as a valve, prevents food and liquids from entering the lungs through the trachea
  12. name of the smaller airways inside the lungs, does not contain cartilage unlike the bronchi
  13. main component of breathing and gas exchange, its chemical symbol is O and atomic number is 8
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  1. the proper name for breathing, process of moving air in and out of the lungs
  2. set of bones encasing the thoracic cavity, protecting the heart and the lungs
  3. layers of throat tissue that are key in speaking, they control the exhaled air by vibrating, which turns into vocalisation
  4. membrane with fluid inside that lines the chest cavity
  5. a common disease caused by allergens entering into the lungs, has no known cure
  6. triangular dent which forms the root of the lung
  7. latin word meaning "of, or relating to the lungs"
  8. part of the brain responsible for the autonomic function of breathing
  9. commonly known as the voice box, houses the vocal cords, involved in speaking and protecting the trachea, opens into the pharynx
  10. located behind the nasal cavity, carries the food to the esophagus and air to the larynx
  11. a sensory and respiratory organ, located in the middle of the face with the nasal cavity inside the head

24 Clues: triangular dent which forms the root of the lunglatin word meaning "of, or relating to the lungs"membrane with fluid inside that lines the chest cavitypart of the brain responsible for the autonomic function of breathingthe proper name for breathing, process of moving air in and out of the lungs...

Respiratory System 2 2024-10-15

Respiratory System 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an irregular pattern of breathing characterized by alternating rapid or shallow respiration followed by slow respiration or apnea
  2. permanent thickening of the walls of the bronchi caused by chronic infection and inflammation
  3. the loss of the ability of the larynx to produce normal speech sounds
  4. a contraction of the smooth muscle in the walls of the bronchi and bronchioles, tightening and squeezing the airway shut
  5. difficulty in speaking, which may include any impairment in vocal quality, including hoarseness, weakness, or the cracking of a boy’s voice during puberty
  6. a group of lung diseases in which the bronchial airflow is obstructed, making it difficult to breathe out
  7. a life-threatening genetic disorder in which the lungs and pancreas are clogged with large quantities of abnormally thick mucus
  8. incomplete expansion of part or all of the lung
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  1. the loss of consciousness that occurs when the body cannot get the oxygen it needs to function
  2. bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes caused by a lack of adequate oxygen in the blood
  3. an excessive discharge of mucus from the bronchi
  4. the visual examination of the bronchi using a bronchoscope
  5. the form of pneumoconiosis caused by asbestos particles in the lungs
  6. medication administered to prevent or relieve coughing
  7. an inhaled medication that relaxes and expands the bronchial passages into the lungs
  8. a chronic inflammatory disease of the bronchial tubes
  9. difficult or labored breathing
  10. an abnormally slow rate of respiration, usually of less than 10 breaths per minute
  11. the progressive, long-term loss of lung function, usually due to smoking
  12. the absence of oxygen from the body’s tissues or organs despite adequate flow of blood
  13. an acute respiratory infection in children and infants characterized by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and swelling around the vocal cords, resulting in a barking cough and stridor

21 Clues: difficult or labored breathingincomplete expansion of part or all of the lungan excessive discharge of mucus from the bronchia chronic inflammatory disease of the bronchial tubesmedication administered to prevent or relieve coughingthe visual examination of the bronchi using a bronchoscope...

Respiratory System Review 2025-12-12

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. without oxygen
  2. in the presence of oxygen
  3. gas is able to pass through it
  4. stops food from entering trachea
  5. traches divides into two of them
  6. wrapped around the alveoli
  7. food is broken down to release energy
  8. tiny air sacs
  9. breathe in
  10. gas organisms need
  11. gas that must be removed
  12. breathe out
Down
  1. diaphragm relaxes, moves up
  2. large muscle beneath the lungs
  3. moistens air, traps pathogens
  4. gases entering and leaving an organism
  5. top part of the trachea
  6. diaphragm contracts, moves down
  7. smaller branches of bronchi
  8. main nutrient used in respiration
  9. chest
  10. muscles between ribs
  11. make sounds when air passes over them
  12. lets you breathe while eating
  13. produced by anaerobic respiration
  14. move mucus to the throat to be swallowed
  15. tube that connects the mouth/nose with lungs

27 Clues: chestbreathe inbreathe outtiny air sacswithout oxygengas organisms needmuscles between ribstop part of the tracheagas that must be removedin the presence of oxygenwrapped around the alveolidiaphragm relaxes, moves upsmaller branches of bronchimoistens air, traps pathogenslets you breathe while eatinglarge muscle beneath the lungs...

The Respiratory System 2026-03-31

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Flight or fight response.
  2. The soft palate is located at the posterior portion of the nasal cavity and consists of muscle tissue.
  3. Substance that dilates the bronchi and bronchioles.
  4. The pulmonary artery is the artery that arises from the pulmonary trunk.
  5. Pertaining to abnormal colour of blue (bluish colour, lips and nail beds) caused by deoxygenation.
  6. Pertaining to the larynx.
  7. Red blood cells.
  8. Forced breathing or breathing that is excessive.
  9. The trachea (windpipe) extends from the larynx toward the lungs.
  10. Causing cancer.
  11. Unconsciously regulates.
  12. Pertaining to behind.
  13. Non-cancerous.
  14. Pertaining to the pharynx.
  15. A condition that lasts over a long time with periods of exacerbation and periods of remission.
  16. A tube composed of smooth muscle and connective tissue.
  17. The lysozyme enzyme and proteins which have antibacterial properties.
  18. The major functions of the conducting zone are to provide a route for incoming and outgoing air, remove debris and pathogens from the incoming air, and warm and humidify the incoming air.
  19. The epiglottis, attached to the thyroid cartilage, is a very flexible piece of elastic cartilage that covers the opening of the trachea.
  20. Pertaining to the tongue.
  21. The external nose consists of the surface and skeletal structures that result in the outward appearance of the nose and contribute to its numerous functions.
  22. The respiratory zone includes structures that are directly involved in gas exchange.
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  1. Pertaining to front.
  2. Excessive flow or discharge from the nasal cavity (runny nose).
  3. The carina is a ridge of cartilage that separates the two main bronchi.
  4. The hard palate is located at the anterior region of the nasal cavity and is composed of bone.
  5. Inhalation or process of breathing air into the lungs.
  6. A flat, dome shaped muscle located at the base of the lungs and thoracic cavity.
  7. The uvula is a small bulbous, teardrop-shaped structure located at the apex of the soft palate.
  8. The pharynx is a tube formed by skeletal muscle and lined by mucous membrane that is continuous with that of the nasal cavities.
  9. The laryngopharynx borders the oropharynx, trachea, and esophagus.
  10. The nasopharynx serves as an airway and is continuous with the nasal cavity.
  11. A pharyngeal tonsil, also called an adenoid, is an aggregate of lymphoid reticular tissue similar to a lymph node that lies at the superior portion of the nasopharynx.
  12. A fibroelastic membrane is a flexible membrane that closes the posterior surface of the trachea, connecting the C-shaped cartilages.
  13. The hilum of the lungs is a depression on the medial surface of the lungs that forms an opening for the bronchus, blood vessels, and nerves.
  14. Normal breathing.
  15. The flexible portion you can touch with your fingers.
  16. The fauces is the opening at the connection between the oral cavity and the oropharynx.
  17. The oropharynx is a passageway for both air and food and borders the nasopharynx and the oral cavity.
  18. The cardiac notch is an indentation on the surface of the left lung.
  19. Stop or stopping.
  20. Lymphocytes are lymph cells, a type of white blood cell.
  21. The glottis is composed of the vestibular folds, the true vocal cords, and the space between these folds.
  22. The larynx is a cartilaginous structure inferior to the laryngopharynx that connects the pharynx to the trachea and helps regulate the volume of air that enters and leaves the lungs.
  23. Difficulty breathing.
  24. Exhalation or the process of causing air to leave the lungs.
  25. Pertaining to below.

47 Clues: Non-cancerous.Causing cancer.Red blood cells.Normal breathing.Stop or stopping.Pertaining to front.Pertaining to below.Pertaining to behind.Difficulty breathing.Unconsciously regulates.Flight or fight response.Pertaining to the larynx.Pertaining to the tongue.Pertaining to the pharynx.Forced breathing or breathing that is excessive....

The Circulatory System 2024-05-02

The Circulatory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Main Organ Of The System
  2. The Act Of Transporting Blood
  3. Blood vessels return oxygen-depleted blood to the heart
  4. The Heart's upper chamber
  5. Smaller Tubes For Moving Oxygen Infused Blood
  6. Tubes For Moving Oxygen Infused Blood
  7. The System Responsible For Breathing
  8. The Atoms Of Blood
  9. The Word Meaning For Heart
  10. Veins that carry the oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart’s left atrium
  11. The Chemical That Humans Upon Breathing, Exhales.
  12. When Blood Cells Coagulate Together To Block The Arteries
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  1. The Scientific Name For The System
  2. Very Small Walls That Allow Filtering Of Blood Vessels
  3. The Word For Blood Being Transported
  4. The Main Part Of The Respiratory System
  5. The Word Meaning For Blood Vessels
  6. Cells Of The Immune System To Help Protect The Blood
  7. A life threatening condition that happens when the artery wall weakens
  8. The Most Important Part Of The System
  9. Liquid part of blood that carries various substances and cells throughout the body
  10. The heart’s bottom right pumping chamber

22 Clues: The Atoms Of BloodThe Heart's upper chamberThe Word Meaning For HeartThe Main Organ Of The SystemThe Act Of Transporting BloodThe Scientific Name For The SystemThe Word Meaning For Blood VesselsThe Word For Blood Being TransportedThe System Responsible For BreathingTubes For Moving Oxygen Infused BloodThe Most Important Part Of The System...

Aging Terms 2023-11-27

Aging Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. brain and spinal cord system
  2. lentigines liver spots
  3. inflammation of the joints
  4. ceasing of menstruation
  5. bladder system
  6. condition of peeing at night
  7. hormones system
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  1. loss of flexibility
  2. formation of a blood clot
  3. inability to control urination
  4. skin system
  5. muscle and bone system
  6. alveoli lose their elasticity
  7. heart, arteries, and veins system
  8. breathing system
  9. increased intraocular pressure in the eye
  10. stomach, mouth, liver and pancreas system
  11. lens of eye becomes cloudy or opaque
  12. term for old
  13. difficulty in swallowing

20 Clues: skin systemterm for oldbladder systemhormones systembreathing systemloss of flexibilitymuscle and bone systemlentigines liver spotsceasing of menstruationdifficulty in swallowingformation of a blood clotinflammation of the jointsbrain and spinal cord systemcondition of peeing at nightalveoli lose their elasticityinability to control urination...

Hear/Respiratory Disease 2022-05-03

Hear/Respiratory Disease crossword puzzle
Across
  1. inflammation of bronchial tubes
  2. fancy term for "heart attack"
  3. chest pain
  4. organs that allow body to breathe
  5. condition when blood flow to brain stops
  6. Infection causing inflammation of alveoli and
  7. one possible cause for asthma
  8. determines severity of asthma attack
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  1. high arterial blood pressure
  2. shortness of breath
  3. system that allows breathing
  4. pressure of blood in circulatory system
  5. Hypersensitivity reaction which constricts lung
  6. hardened arteries
  7. Upper Respiratory Tract Infections

15 Clues: chest painhardened arteriesshortness of breathhigh arterial blood pressuresystem that allows breathingfancy term for "heart attack"one possible cause for asthmainflammation of bronchial tubesorgans that allow body to breatheUpper Respiratory Tract Infectionsdetermines severity of asthma attackpressure of blood in circulatory system...

Respiratory/Immune System 2021-02-24

Respiratory/Immune System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. fight cancer, viruses, parasites
  2. acquired from disease exposure
  3. bind and lock to antigens
  4. hypersecretion of mucus
  5. alveoli lose elasticity
  6. fluid between pleura
  7. inflamed narrow airway
  8. protein produced due to antigen
  9. hyperventilation due to acidosis
  10. inflammation in bronchial tubes
  11. thickened bronchi
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  1. cells that produce antibodies
  2. resistance to blood flow in lungs
  3. produces thick and sticky mucus
  4. Voicebox
  5. Windpipe
  6. membrane that covers the lungs
  7. creates an army of immune cells
  8. inflammation of bronchi/alveoli
  9. acquired from receiving a vaccine
  10. naturally present immune system
  11. the exchange of gases
  12. foreign substance
  13. Increased thoracic rigidity
  14. muscle of the respiratory system
  15. Insertion of an artificial airway
  16. obstruction of pulmonary arteries

27 Clues: VoiceboxWindpipeforeign substancethickened bronchifluid between pleurathe exchange of gasesinflamed narrow airwayhypersecretion of mucusalveoli lose elasticitybind and lock to antigensIncreased thoracic rigiditycells that produce antibodiesmembrane that covers the lungsacquired from disease exposureproduces thick and sticky mucus...

Respiratory System 9.1 2021-02-08

Respiratory System 9.1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. stabilise the trachea and keep it rigid, while allowing the trachea to expand in length when the person breathes
  2. two openings in the nose where air travels through (nostrils)
  3. a phospholipid that reduces the surface tension in the alveoli and prevents them from collapsing
  4. thin, double walled serous membrane that surrounds the lungs
  5. tiny ducts that connect the respiratory bronchioles to alveolar sacs
  6. space between the vocal cords, allows the vocal cords to vibrate
  7. large organs that occupy almost the entire thoracic cavity
  8. muscular passageway that extends from the nasal cavity to the mouth and connects to the esophagus (throat)
  9. the largest cartilaginous plate in the larynx (Adams apple)
  10. small openings in the alveolar walls that allow gases and macrophages to travel between the alveoli
  11. posterior part of the palate composed of soft muscle and tissue and is unsupported by bone
  12. air tube that extends from the larynx into the thorax where it splits into the right and left bronchi (windpipe)
  13. anterior part of the palate supported by bone
  14. gas exchange structure that contains the alveoli and the capillaries surrounding the alveoli
Down
  1. thin walled branches of the bronchi, smallest air conducting passageways of the bronchi
  2. air filled cavities that are lined with mucous membranes surrounding the nose
  3. area of thoracic cavity between the lungs; houses the heart, blood vessels, trachea, esophagus, thoracic duct, and thymus gland
  4. the part of the mouth behind the teeth and gums that is bounded above by the hard and soft palates and below by the tongue and the mucous membrane connecting it with the inner part of the mandible
  5. where the lungs and the blood exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide during the process of breathing in and breathing out
  6. muscular tube connecting the throat (pharynx) with the stomach; runs behind the windpipe (trachea) and heart, and in front of the spine
  7. a flap of cartilaginous tissue that covers the opening to the trachea; diverts food and liquids to the esophagus during swallowing
  8. area behind the nose, lined with mucous membranes that filter and purify inspired air
  9. three uneven, scroll like nasal bones that extend down through the nasal cavity
  10. the two passageways that branch off the trachea and lead to the left and right lungs
  11. triangular shaped space inferior to the pharynx, responsible for voice production (voice box)

25 Clues: anterior part of the palate supported by bonelarge organs that occupy almost the entire thoracic cavitythe largest cartilaginous plate in the larynx (Adams apple)thin, double walled serous membrane that surrounds the lungstwo openings in the nose where air travels through (nostrils)space between the vocal cords, allows the vocal cords to vibrate...

The respiratory system 2021-03-22

The respiratory system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. exchange of gases from external environment
  2. thick folds of mucous membrane in larynx
  3. Tiny air sacs in lungs
  4. conveying air to and from the lungs
  5. Controls pitch
  6. “Spreading”
  7. Tiny DUCTS
  8. many different muscle groups of muscles that run between the ribs
  9. indentation on the surface of the left lung
  10. Plane rides suck
  11. Separates right and left airway
  12. Sleeping may be dangerous
  13. The vocal box
  14. Bronchi located in the upper portion of the lungs
  15. production of thick and sticky mucus
Down
  1. Covers the lungs
  2. Rebound of lungs
  3. exchange of gases from internal environment
  4. regulates heart rate and breathing
  5. Warms air
  6. Inflammation of lining of bronchial tunes
  7. incision in the windpipe
  8. lies between medulla
  9. A cancer that affects smokers
  10. Branches that divide
  11. caused by obstruction of airway

26 Clues: Warms airTiny DUCTS“Spreading”The vocal boxControls pitchCovers the lungsRebound of lungsPlane rides sucklies between medullaBranches that divideTiny air sacs in lungsincision in the windpipeSleeping may be dangerousA cancer that affects smokersSeparates right and left airwaycaused by obstruction of airwayregulates heart rate and breathing...

Pulmonology- Respiratory System 2020-02-24

Pulmonology- Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. very low level of oxygen in the cells
  2. difficulty breathing in supine position
  3. chronic bronchitis and emphysema
  4. Thorac/o-
  5. coughing up bloody sputum
  6. very high level of carbon dioxide in the arterial blood
  7. low level of oxygen in the blood
  8. antibiotics are used for this type of infection
  9. “all”
  10. Mantoux test, chest x-ray
  11. Pleur/o-
  12. Muc/o-
  13. caused by inhaling dust or particles
  14. Pulmon/o-
  15. oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange
  16. located between the lungs
  17. high-pitched crowing sound
  18. suppresses the cough centers in the brain
Down
  1. throat
  2. high level of carbon dioxide in the arterial blood
  3. bluish skin color from a high level of carbon dioxide
  4. used to auscultate breath sounds
  5. a reactive airway disease
  6. Py/o-
  7. Anthracosis
  8. waste product of cellular metabolism
  9. bacterial infection, begins like flu
  10. seals the larynx during swallowing
  11. Alveol/o
  12. causes fluid to accumulate in the alveoli of the lungs
  13. caused by a recessive gene
  14. directly posterior to the mouth
  15. oxygen molecule carried on hemoglobin
  16. measures the oxygen level in the blood

34 Clues: Py/o-“all”throatMuc/o-Alveol/oPleur/o-Thorac/o-Pulmon/o-Anthracosisa reactive airway diseasecoughing up bloody sputumMantoux test, chest x-raylocated between the lungscaused by a recessive genehigh-pitched crowing sounddirectly posterior to the mouthused to auscultate breath soundschronic bronchitis and emphysemalow level of oxygen in the blood...

The Respiratory System 2020-05-04

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. growth of tumors in the lungs
  2. highest amount of air that can leave lungs
  3. allows us to speak
  4. two branches that lead to respective lungs
  5. the filling of the alveoli with liquid
  6. deterioration of the alveoli
  7. open area that filters air taken from nose
  8. opening that allows us to eat and speak
  9. the air left in lungs after exhaling
  10. bring nutrients and oxygen to tissue
Down
  1. inflammation of the bronchioles
  2. reduce friction in the lungs
  3. expand and contract chest cavity to help breathing
  4. decides what goes into the lungs
  5. network of branches that go into lungs
  6. tube that filters air right before the lungs
  7. it contracts to allow lungs to expand
  8. the respiratory unit of the lungs
  9. allergic reaction, constriction of the bronchioles
  10. makes sure food is not inhaled

20 Clues: allows us to speakreduce friction in the lungsdeterioration of the alveoligrowth of tumors in the lungsmakes sure food is not inhaledinflammation of the bronchiolesdecides what goes into the lungsthe respiratory unit of the lungsthe air left in lungs after exhalingbring nutrients and oxygen to tissueit contracts to allow lungs to expand...

Respiratory System Diseases 2020-11-25

Respiratory System Diseases crossword puzzle
Across
  1. mild form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila.
  2. Deformity of cartilage between nostrils.
  3. A severe form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila.
  4. Clot of foreign material that lodges in & occludes an artery in the pulmonary circulation.
  5. Contagious, acute viral disease characterized by inflammation of the upper & lower respiratory tract mucous membranes.
  6. Inflammation of membranes surrounding lungs & lining the pleural cavity.
  7. Instability in chest wall caused by multiple rib fractures.
  8. Accumulation of blood & fluid in the pleural cavity with collapse of lung.
  9. Main symptom is hoarseness causing aphonia.
  10. Area of contained infectious material in the lungs is called, pulmonary ________.
  11. Inflammation of pharynx.
  12. Coughing or spitting up blood
Down
  1. Disease of the lung caused by long-term dust inhalation.
  2. Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the bronchi.
  3. Fungal disease originating in the lungs.
  4. Caused by Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a herpesvirus.
  5. Encompasses several obstructive diseases of the lungs. (abbrev.)
  6. Severe pulmonary congestion characterized by acute respiratory distress & hypoxemia. AKA: Shock Lung (Abbrev.)
  7. Infection of lungs due to Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  8. Partial or total collapse of the lung.
  9. Infection & inflammation of the lung; can be due to aspirating substance, virus, or bacteria.
  10. Loss of the sense of smell.
  11. treatment of this chronic condition would be to quit smoking; Meds: albuterol (Ventolin & Proventil), Brethine, & Alupent; Theophylline.
  12. Permanent, irreversible dilation or distortion of the bronchi.
  13. Bleeding from the nose.
  14. Inflammatory condition of the lungs common in young children & elderly; due to respiratory syncytial virus (abbrev.)
  15. This condition may cause obstruction in nasal breathing. Treatment usually consists if excising lesions or performing intralesional injection for destruction. Condition is called nasal _______.

27 Clues: Bleeding from the nose.Inflammation of pharynx.Loss of the sense of smell.Coughing or spitting up bloodPartial or total collapse of the lung.Fungal disease originating in the lungs.Deformity of cartilage between nostrils.Main symptom is hoarseness causing aphonia.Caused by Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a herpesvirus....

Respiratory System Crossword 2021-08-20

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. These structures beat upward and help remove particulate matter from air passages.
  2. Primary method of transporting oxygen in the blood.
  3. Nostrils.
  4. Movement of air into and out of the lungs.
  5. Nerve that innervates the diaphragm.
  6. A serous membrane that lines the thoracic cavity and surrounds the lungs.
  7. Cartilage and bony divider that separates the nasal cavity.
  8. Respiratory regions are found in the medulla oblongata and ___________.
  9. Expelling air from the lungs; expiration.
  10. Space between the vocal cords of the larynx.
  11. Gas exchange between the air in the alveoli of the lungs and the bloodstream.
Down
  1. Formed by the alveolar and capillary walls.
  2. Most CO2 is converted into __________ ions for transport back to the lungs.
  3. Passageway for air and food between the nose and larynx.
  4. Air sacs in the lungs at the end of the bronchial tree.
  5. Muscles of respiration that insert on the 1st and 2nd ribs.
  6. Primary muscle of respiration.
  7. Smallest air passageway of the bronchial tree.
  8. Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide across the respiratory or cell membrane.
  9. Type of receptors that sense changes in oxygen and carbon dioxide blood levels.

20 Clues: Nostrils.Primary muscle of respiration.Nerve that innervates the diaphragm.Expelling air from the lungs; expiration.Movement of air into and out of the lungs.Formed by the alveolar and capillary walls.Space between the vocal cords of the larynx.Smallest air passageway of the bronchial tree.Primary method of transporting oxygen in the blood....

Respiratory System 2 2021-12-02

Respiratory System 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. partial or complete surgical removal of the larynx
  2. discharge from the nose
  3. hernia or swelling of the pharynx
  4. diseases of the lungs
  5. fear of blood
  6. tumor of the liver
  7. collapse of the lung tissue affecting part or all of the lung
  8. treatment with air and water
  9. surgical repair of the nose
  10. rapid or fast breathing
  11. cancerous tumor
  12. surgical incision or cut into the chest wall
Down
  1. incision or cut into a lobe of the lung
  2. fungal infection of the pharynx
  3. treatment of cartilage
  4. insufficient oxygenation of the lungs
  5. inflammation of the lung
  6. surgical repair of the mouth
  7. surgical incision or cut into the nose
  8. surgical removal of fluids or air from the chest through a needle or tube
  9. tumor formed of muscle tissue
  10. narrowing or stricture of the trachea
  11. narrowing or stricture of the bronchus

23 Clues: fear of bloodcancerous tumortumor of the liverdiseases of the lungstreatment of cartilagedischarge from the noserapid or fast breathinginflammation of the lungsurgical repair of the nosesurgical repair of the mouthtreatment with air and watertumor formed of muscle tissuefungal infection of the pharynxhernia or swelling of the pharynx...

Respiratory & Circulatory System 2021-11-30

Respiratory & Circulatory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a flap of tissue that covers the opening to the trachea in order to divert food & liquids.
  2. The human heart consists of this many chambers?
  3. The lungs take in this gas from the air we breath.
  4. A.k.a. "the windpipe"
  5. air passages inside the lungs that branch off like tree limbs from the bronchi.
  6. blood vessels that lead away from the heart.
  7. The lungs help us expel this gas from our blood stream by breathing it out.
  8. The liquid that flows through our veins and arteries.
  9. A pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon dioxide from and bring oxygen to the blood.
  10. This muscle/organ helps pump blood and power the circulatory systems.
Down
  1. tiny air sacs in the lungs from which gasses are exchanged.
  2. is the main artery that carries blood away from your heart to the rest of your body.
  3. blood vessels that lead back to the heart.
  4. The hollow tube inside the neck that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea.
  5. The ______ artery carries blood away from the heart to the lungs to get oxygenated.
  6. The large air passages that lead from the trachea to the lungs.
  7. The ______ atrium is the first chamber of the heart that un-oxygenated blood enters.
  8. The lower 2 chambers of the heart are known as the left & right ___________?
  9. The "Voice Box" is triangularly shaped thing just below the Pharynx.
  10. ______ blood cells carry the oxygen throughout the circulatory system
  11. The heart is made up of this type of muscle?
  12. The upper 2 chambers of the heart are known as the left & right __________?
  13. This Muscle powers the Respiratory System located near the bottom of the rib cage.
  14. Humans breath in oxygen either through our mouth or through our _____.

24 Clues: A.k.a. "the windpipe"blood vessels that lead back to the heart.The heart is made up of this type of muscle?blood vessels that lead away from the heart.The human heart consists of this many chambers?The lungs take in this gas from the air we breath.The liquid that flows through our veins and arteries....

The Respiratory System 2021-08-25

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Gas yang dibutuhkan untuk disebarkan ke seluruh tubuh.
  2. Saluran berbentuk tabung yang ujungnya bercabang.
  3. Penyakit kronis atau jangka panjang akibat kerusakan pada alveolus.
  4. Mekanisme menghirup udara dari luar masuk kedalam tubuh menuju paru-paru.
  5. Gelembung udara tempat difusi gas.
  6. Cabang dari bronkus.
  7. Penyakit pernapasan yang ditularkan dari unggas.
  8. Selaput yang membungkus dan melindungi paru-paru.
  9. Penyakit yang disebabkan oleh bakteri Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  10. Peristiwa menghirup udara dari luar yang mengandung O2 (oksigen) ke dalam tubuh serta menghembuskan udara yang banyak mengandung CO2 (karbondioksida).
  11. Organ pernapasan yang terletak di dalam rongga dada.
Down
  1. Disebut juga kotak suara.
  2. Mekanisme menghembuskan udara dari paru-paru ke luar tubuh.
  3. Penyakit menular yang disebabkan oleh virus influenza.
  4. Gas yang dikeluarkan oleh tubuh melalui hidung.
  5. Peradangan pada bronkus.
  6. Penyakit akibat penyempitan saluran pernapasan.
  7. Pembuluh darah kecil dan tipis yang mengelilingi alveolus.
  8. Cabang dari trakea.
  9. Sekat antara rongga dada dan perut.
  10. Penyakit pernapasan yang penularannya sangat cepat, berasal dari Wuhan, China.
  11. Tempat pertama kali terjadi penyaringan udara.

22 Clues: Cabang dari trakea.Cabang dari bronkus.Peradangan pada bronkus.Disebut juga kotak suara.Gelembung udara tempat difusi gas.Sekat antara rongga dada dan perut.Tempat pertama kali terjadi penyaringan udara.Gas yang dikeluarkan oleh tubuh melalui hidung.Penyakit akibat penyempitan saluran pernapasan.Penyakit pernapasan yang ditularkan dari unggas....

The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23

The Respiratory System. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the smallest blood vessels in the body
  2. a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
  3. pipe that delivers air to the lungs
  4. the group of muscles that run between the ribs
  5. also is known as the throat
  6. the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
  7. tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
  8. two external openings of the nasal cavity
  9. also known as the voice box
  10. a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
  11. a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
  12. the organ used to breathe
Down
  1. is emitted when we exhale
  2. connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
  3. the branches that divide from the bronchus
  4. a group of alveoli
  5. the gas we need to survive
  6. organ used to pump blood around the body
  7. a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe
  8. bones that protect the lungs and heart
  9. hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
  10. cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
  11. the act of breathing in
  12. the act of breathing out
  13. a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection

25 Clues: a group of alveolithe act of breathing inthe act of breathing outis emitted when we exhalethe organ used to breathethe gas we need to survivealso is known as the throatalso known as the voice boxpipe that delivers air to the lungsthe smallest blood vessels in the bodybones that protect the lungs and heartconnects the bronchioles to the alveoli...

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 2016-03-09

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM crossword puzzle
Across
  1. dioxide- a gaseous waste product of respiration which is exhaled from animals.
  2. kind of blood vessel.
  3. the part of the throat that contains the voice box or vocal cords.
  4. the main tube that carries air to and from the lungs.
  5. (Bronchus)- the main branches (small tubes) of the respiratory tract leading into the lungs.
  6. a muscle on the underside of the lungs; when it contracts and relaxes, it allows air to be inhaled and exhaled from the lungs.
  7. the release of energy in cells by the combination of food and oxygen.
  8. - These small branches lead to the air sacs.
  9. Tiny hairlike structures that sweep mucus from the nose into the throat are called.
  10. used.
Down
  1. the gas in the atmosphere that is used by our cells.
  2. a sticky substance produced by the nose to moisten the inhaled air and trap dust and bacteria.
  3. You have two lungs. They fill with air when you inhale. This is the main organ of the respiratory system.
  4. small sacs at the end of each tiny branch of the bronchi. This is where oxygen reaches the bloodstream.
  5. also known as the windpipe, this tube is the passage for air from the
  6. the body organ that allows air to enter our body when the nostrils are not
  7. tiny blood vessels connecting the small arteries and veins. It is the
  8. the body organ that contains the nostrils.
  9. the bones that protect our lungs.
  10. to the bronchial tubes.

20 Clues: used.kind of blood vessel.to the bronchial tubes.the bones that protect our lungs.the body organ that contains the nostrils.- These small branches lead to the air sacs.the gas in the atmosphere that is used by our cells.the main tube that carries air to and from the lungs.the part of the throat that contains the voice box or vocal cords....

Bio20 Respiratory System 2015-12-02

Bio20 Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. malignant tumours
  2. total volume of the lung
  3. voicebox
  4. membrane between lungs and chest walls
  5. smallest blood carrying vessels
  6. aka the throat
  7. leftover volume in lung
  8. another name for the chest cavity
  9. fine tubes branching out in lungs
  10. separates the chest cavity from digestive system
  11. type of respiration that exchanges gas between air and blood
  12. lets air in
Down
  1. cancer causing
  2. type of respiration between tissue cells and blood
  3. home of mucus and hair
  4. intercostal contract causing rib cage to move
  5. windpipe
  6. prevents food from entering lungs
  7. first connections to lungs
  8. disorder causing the bronchi to become inflamed and filled with mucus
  9. alveoli becomes inflamed and filled with liquids
  10. entry to larynx
  11. uncontrolled growth of invasive cells
  12. gas exchange occurs here

24 Clues: windpipevoiceboxlets air incancer causingaka the throatentry to larynxmalignant tumourshome of mucus and hairleftover volume in lungtotal volume of the lunggas exchange occurs herefirst connections to lungssmallest blood carrying vesselsprevents food from entering lungsanother name for the chest cavityfine tubes branching out in lungs...

Respiratory System Crossword 2024-01-31

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Opening between the vocal cords in the larynx.
  2. Smallest branches of the bronchi.
  3. Passageway for air and food.
  4. Flap of tissue that prevents food from entering the windpipe.
  5. Major air passages that branch from the trachea.
  6. Instrument used to measure the air capacity of the lungs.
  7. Also known as the windpipe.
  8. Maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.
  9. Membrane surrounding the lungs.
  10. Process of expelling air from the lungs.
  11. Substance that traps and allows for the removal of microbes.
  12. Contains the vocal cords.
  13. Cells that secrete mucus in the respiratory tract.
  14. Gas primarily exhaled by the lungs.
  15. Muscles between the ribs that help form and move the chest wall.
Down
  1. Muscle that plays a key role in breathing.
  2. Protein in red blood cells binding to oxygen.
  3. Tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs.
  4. Air-filled spaces in the skull that help regulate the temperature and humidity of the air taken in.
  5. Deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues.
  6. Process of taking air into the lungs.
  7. Respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi.
  8. Amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath.
  9. Main external opening for the respiratory system.
  10. Keeps the trachea from collapsing.
  11. Small blood vessels surrounding alveoli.
  12. System responsible for gas exchange.
  13. The process of moving air in and out of the lungs.
  14. Tiny hair-like structures that protect the nasal passageways and other parts of the respiratory tract.
  15. Gas primarily absorbed by the lungs.

30 Clues: Contains the vocal cords.Also known as the windpipe.Passageway for air and food.Membrane surrounding the lungs.Smallest branches of the bronchi.Keeps the trachea from collapsing.Gas primarily exhaled by the lungs.System responsible for gas exchange.Gas primarily absorbed by the lungs.Process of taking air into the lungs....

The Respiratory System 2023-11-23

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The more commonly-used name for the 'pharynx'.
  2. One of the many passageways which branch off of the bronchi within the lungs.
  3. A large muscle which controls the size of the chest cavity. It contracts and then relaxes to enable a person to breath in and out, respectively.
  4. The number of lungs, nostrils and bronchi humans have.
  5. Forms the initial part of the digestive system, in addition to one of the initial parts of the respiratory system - the _______ cavity.
  6. The 'primary' organs of the respiratory system.
  7. The tubes which lead into each lung from the trachea.
  8. Our voice box
  9. The hollow space located within the skull, behind the nose - nasal ____________.
  10. The waste gas that we remove from the bloodstream and expel out into the air - carbon ___________.
  11. The opposite of exhalation.
  12. A reflex that humans use to expel potenially-harmful pathogens and irritants from the respiratory tract.
  13. The millions of tiny sacs, within our lungs, that are responsible for the exchange of gases into/out of the bloodstream.
Down
  1. CO2 is produced as a toxic bi-product of this chemical process that occurs within our cells.
  2. The hairs which line the inside of nostrils are used to __________ out dust and coarse particles.
  3. The process of producing sound from the mouth, using the vocal cords.
  4. The rings that prevent the trachea from collapsing are made from this type of tissue.
  5. The process of taking in and pushing out air from the lungs/mouth/nose.
  6. The gas that we take in from the atmosphere and deliver to our bloodstream.
  7. CO2 can influence this property of blood, since it combines with water to form weak acid.
  8. The correct scientific name for the "windpipe".

21 Clues: Our voice boxThe opposite of exhalation.The more commonly-used name for the 'pharynx'.The 'primary' organs of the respiratory system.The correct scientific name for the "windpipe".The tubes which lead into each lung from the trachea.The number of lungs, nostrils and bronchi humans have....

The Respiratory system 2022-10-06

The Respiratory system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. destruction of lung parenchyma with suppurative exudate in the lung
  2. honey-combed appearance of the lung in the lower lobe
  3. necrotising bronchiolitis, reactive hyperplasia of alveolar epithelial cells,nuclear inclusions
  4. grey-white fleshy tumour in the bronchus at its bifurcation and occluding the lumen partly
  5. tumour grow into the bronchial wall and produce collar-button like lesion,yellow-tan in colour
  6. the most common malignancy in asbestos workers
  7. surface is grey-red or dirty brown and frothy,yellow, creamy fluid
  8. there is thickening of the alveolar walls by oedema and exudate, chiefly of eosinophils, and some lymphocytes and plasma cells
  9. diamond-shaped crystals derived from eosinophils called
  10. congestion of septal walls while the air spaces contain pale oedema fluid and few red cells
  11. showing involvement of entire lobules and whole of acinus
  12. lung parenchyma shows small, black focal lesions,little destruction of alveolar walls
Down
  1. alveolar walls are lined by cuboidal to tall columnar and mucin-secreting
  2. lungs have rounded, firm nodules with central necrosis, cavitation
  3. lung is studded with well-circumscribed, hard, fibrotic nodules
  4. red-pinky liver like consistency
  5. respiratory epithelium forming twisted strips called as
  6. cellular exudate of neutrophils is reduced and grey liver like
  7. smoke has inhibitory influence on α-1-antitrypsin in
  8. the bronchial wall is thickened, hyperaemic and oedematous

20 Clues: red-pinky liver like consistencythe most common malignancy in asbestos workerssmoke has inhibitory influence on α-1-antitrypsin inhoney-combed appearance of the lung in the lower loberespiratory epithelium forming twisted strips called asdiamond-shaped crystals derived from eosinophils calledshowing involvement of entire lobules and whole of acinus...

Respiratory system crossword 2024-04-02

Respiratory system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. What is the prefix that means good or normal
  2. What suffix means measure?
  3. What disease is characterized by a collapsed or airless lung caused by a condition that prevents the alveoli from expanding normally?
  4. What diagnostic procedure is a visual examination of the bronchi using a scope?
  5. What is the scientific name for throat in the respiratory system?
  6. What organ in the respiratory system is responsible for respiration?
  7. What profession specializes in disease and disorders of the lungs?
  8. The prefix a means what?
  9. The combining form Carcin means what?
  10. What diagnostic procedure uses a spirometer to measure the air capacity in the lungs?
Down
  1. What treatment is the surgical creation of an opening in the chest to drain air or fluid?
  2. What treatment is a lifesaving technique in which an obstructed airway is cleared by exerting pressure on the diaphragm?
  3. The suffix ial means what
  4. What combining form means alveolus or air sac?
  5. What does the abbreviation BP mean?
  6. What disease causes inflammation of the mucous membranes in the bronchial tubes?
  7. What organ in the respiratory system is also called the voice box?
  8. What combining form means to cast/ throw
  9. What suffix means flow or excessive discharge?
  10. What is the abbreviation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

20 Clues: The prefix a means what?The suffix ial means whatWhat suffix means measure?What does the abbreviation BP mean?The combining form Carcin means what?What combining form means to cast/ throwWhat is the prefix that means good or normalWhat combining form means alveolus or air sac?What suffix means flow or excessive discharge?...

respiratory system crossword 2024-05-13

respiratory system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the blood in the nose adds this to the air
  2. artery leading to lungs
  3. divides nasal cavity; increases the surface area of the nose
  4. chamber at the back of the throat
  5. chemical in blood that carries oxygen
  6. mucus adds this to the air
  7. connects to ears and nose at the pharynx
  8. gas that effects your rate of breathing
  9. 2/3. you normally use this much of your lungs
  10. keeps food out of lungs
  11. air sacs of the lung
Down
  1. in order to speak you must do this
  2. food used in respiration
  3. the muscle involved in breathing
  4. moves mucus back up the mouth
  5. before you inhale, the diaphragm must move in this direction
  6. maintaining constant internal environment
  7. what you breath
  8. what you should breathe through
  9. windpipe
  10. refers to the lung
  11. when the traches branches it becomes these
  12. part of the brain that controls breathing
  13. produces mucus
  14. bones involved in breathing
  15. voice box

26 Clues: windpipevoice boxproduces mucuswhat you breathrefers to the lungair sacs of the lungartery leading to lungskeeps food out of lungsfood used in respirationmucus adds this to the airbones involved in breathingmoves mucus back up the mouthwhat you should breathe throughthe muscle involved in breathingchamber at the back of the throat...

Respiratory System Crossword 2024-09-11

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the substance we let out when we exhale
  2. causes addiction to smokers
  3. protects the lungs
  4. when exhaling the position of the diapraghm is
  5. the trachea branches into two ...
  6. Each broncus splits into smaller tubes called...
  7. causing impaired lung function and increased respiratory stress
  8. The bronchioles end in tiny air sacs called...
  9. passges of lungs periodically become too narrow due to mucus being produced excessively
  10. cuse the growth of abnormal cells in the lungs
  11. the external respiration process where air moves in and out of the lungs
  12. cancer disease in wich there is uncontrolled growth cells in the lungs
  13. when we take in air
  14. the lining cells of the bronchiole are disrupted, leading to an excessive secretion of ...
Down
  1. is the inflammation of bronchi
  2. in the nose
  3. Volume of thoracic cavity increases causing air pressure in the lungs to ... when inhaling
  4. ribcage are consist of
  5. when inhaling the position of diapraghm...
  6. ribcage are consist of
  7. The lungs are in a space called...
  8. a condition due to the damage of alveoli in the lungs
  9. internal intercostal muscles ... when exhaling
  10. Thoracic cavity is seperated from the abdominal cavity by a muscular sheet known as
  11. when we let the air out

25 Clues: in the noseprotects the lungswhen we take in airribcage are consist ofribcage are consist ofwhen we let the air outcauses addiction to smokersis the inflammation of bronchithe trachea branches into two ...The lungs are in a space called...the substance we let out when we exhalewhen inhaling the position of diapraghm......

Respiratory System 2 2024-10-15

Respiratory System 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. shallow or slow respiration
  2. the middle section of the chest cavity located between the lungs
  3. any fibrosis of the lung tissues caused by dust in the lungs after prolonged environmental or occupational contact
  4. surgical removal of all or part of a lung
  5. abnormal buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood
  6. also known as ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat), is a physician with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the head and neck
  7. breathing that is deeper and more rapid than is normal at rest
  8. sharp chest pain that occurs when inflamed pleural membranes rub against each other with each inhalation
  9. excess accumulation of fluid in the pleural space that prevents the lung from fully expanding
  10. the accumulation of air in the pleural space resulting in a pressure imbalance that causes the lung to fully or partially collapse
  11. inflammation of the pharynx
  12. inflammation of the larynx
Down
  1. the visual examination of the larynx and vocal cords using a flexible or rigid laryngoscope inserted through the mouth
  2. the passage of a tube through the mouth into the trachea to establish or maintain an open airway
  3. collection of pus in any body cavity
  4. a condition of having low oxygen levels in the blood
  5. the condition of having deficient oxygen levels in the body tissues and organs; less severe than anoxia
  6. expectoration of blood or bloodstained sputum
  7. inflammation of the pleura
  8. a serious inflammation of the lungs in which the alveoli and air passages fill with pus and other fluids
  9. an electronic device that pumps air or oxygen through a liquid medicine to turn it into a mist that is inhaled via a face mask or mouthpiece
  10. the sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx
  11. a collection of blood in the pleural cavity
  12. a contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract that is characterized by recurrent bouts of a paroxysmal cough
  13. bleeding from the nose

25 Clues: bleeding from the noseinflammation of the pleurainflammation of the larynxshallow or slow respirationinflammation of the pharynxcollection of pus in any body cavitysurgical removal of all or part of a lungthe sudden spasmodic closure of the larynxa collection of blood in the pleural cavityexpectoration of blood or bloodstained sputum...

The Respiratory System 2023-02-03

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. what is the name of the law that states that as the volume of a container increases, the air pressure within the container will decrease?
  2. what is the name of the tube that is posterior and adjacent to the trachea?
  3. how many sections is the vertebral column divided into?
  4. this muscle covers the upper back and neck
  5. the sternum contains the corpus, the xiphoid process, and what else?
  6. what provides skeletal support for lower extremities?
  7. the upper respiratory contains the pharynx, larynx, and what else?
  8. how many cervical vertebrae are there in the spinal column?
  9. the right lung contains how many lobes?
  10. the region located deep within the thorax
  11. which ribs include ribs 8-10?
  12. where are the lungs housed?
Down
  1. what is at the end of each bronchiole?
  2. what kind of membranes are within the trachea?
  3. this muscle descends from behind the ear at the mastoid process, and divides and inserts into the clavicle and sternum?
  4. what kind of cartilage is the main stem bronchi comprised of?
  5. what is superior to the larynx?
  6. how many ribs do humans have on each side of their body?
  7. what is known as the primary muscle of inspiration?
  8. the uppermost cervical vertebrae

20 Clues: where are the lungs housed?which ribs include ribs 8-10?what is superior to the larynx?the uppermost cervical vertebraewhat is at the end of each bronchiole?the right lung contains how many lobes?the region located deep within the thoraxthis muscle covers the upper back and neckwhat kind of membranes are within the trachea?...

Respiratory System Crossword 2022-10-03

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The zone that consists of tissues within the lungs where gaseous exchange occurs
  2. Visceral pleura is the layer
  3. Paired organs in the thoracic cavity enclosed by paired parietal pleural membranes
  4. Ventilation at the start of exercise
  5. Pulmonary ventilation when the alveolar pressure is higher than atmospheric pressure
  6. Structures of the upper respiratory tract that drains into the nose and lowers the weight of the skull
  7. The trachea is lined with
  8. The specialized organ at the entrance to the respiratory system
  9. An infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs
  10. Airways in the lungs that lead from the trachea to the bronchioles
  11. Ribbed tube that leads to the lungs
  12. Layman’s term for pharynx
  13. It separates the thoracic and abdominal cavity
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  1. Cavity where the lungs sit
  2. The pontine respiratory group is in it
  3. It is controlled by the tension of the vocal cords
  4. Respiration where there is an exchange of gases in the tissues
  5. The respiratory group that controls normal, quiet breathing
  6. Breathing in, active process
  7. Cells that secrete mucous
  8. Helps moisten, warm and filter the air as it enters the nose
  9. When gaseous exchange occurs across thin respiratory membranes
  10. The instrument used to measure vital air capacity of the lung
  11. Small sacs inside the lungs called
  12. The amount of lobes in the right lung
  13. Lobes of the lung are separated by these
  14. 7% of carbon dioxide is dissolved in
  15. Structure of the upper respiratory tract that separates the right and left nostrils
  16. The volume of one breath
  17. Structure connecting the pharynx and the trachea

30 Clues: The volume of one breathCells that secrete mucousThe trachea is lined withLayman’s term for pharynxCavity where the lungs sitBreathing in, active processSmall sacs inside the lungs calledRibbed tube that leads to the lungs7% of carbon dioxide is dissolved inThe amount of lobes in the right lungThe pontine respiratory group is in it...

Respiratory System Crossword 2023-05-04

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An organism that contains many different types of cells
  2. People breathe this in
  3. Tiny sacs at the end of bronchioles, filled with air
  4. A tiny particle that can cause different types of diseases
  5. A major cause for lung disease
  6. Also known as our chest
  7. Make a lung considered an organ, there are different types of these.
  8. A virus that affected the entire world population in 2020
  9. When organs work together in unison
  10. When oxygen enters the blood and removes carbon dioxide
  11. Muscle that helps people exhale and inhale
Down
  1. Are bones that protect and surround someone's lungs
  2. Tubes that go into each lung
  3. Hairs inside the nose that filter/clean the air coming into the cavity
  4. Each different tissue is made up of these
  5. Helps people be heard with their voice
  6. Another name for the breathing system
  7. People breathe this out
  8. Is an airway commonly known as the windpipe.
  9. Are the organs in the breathing system

20 Clues: People breathe this inPeople breathe this outAlso known as our chestTubes that go into each lungA major cause for lung diseaseWhen organs work together in unisonAnother name for the breathing systemHelps people be heard with their voiceAre the organs in the breathing systemEach different tissue is made up of these...

Lower Respiratory System 2023-10-08

Lower Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The trachea lies directly anterior to this structure, lying directly on top of it
  2. The point where the blood vessels and primary bronchi enter the lungs, around T5-T7
  3. When the trachea becomes the bronchi, this is the name for the first level of bronchi
  4. This happens when the nerve endings in the trachea are stimulated
  5. The layer of the trachea that has the ciliated columnar epithelium
  6. The name of the structure that follows after the tertiary bronchi
  7. A continuation of the larynx, extending inferiorly to around T5
  8. The space inbetween the 2 lungs that separates them
  9. The layer of the trachea consisting of cartilage and smooth bands of tissue
  10. Point where the trachea bifocates into the left and right primary bronchus
  11. The outer surface of the lungs, lying against the ribs
  12. The longer and narrower primary bronchus that is around 5cm long
  13. The pleura that is adhered to the inside of the chest wall and the upper/thoracic cavity
Down
  1. The lung that has 3 lobes instead of 2.
  2. One of the arteries supplying the trachea, beginning with B
  3. Man's best friend
  4. The term used to describe the most superior point of the lungs, sitting in the root of the neck
  5. The pleura that is adhered to the outer surface of the lungs
  6. The layer of the trachea that surround the cartilage, containing fibrous and elastic tissue
  7. One of the nerves supplying the trachea, beginning with L
  8. The term used to describe the most inferior part of the lungs, sitting on the thoracic/upper surface of the diaphragm
  9. The cavity that the lungs sit within.
  10. The technical term used to mean 'open'
  11. This allows the lungs to move and expand without friction, providing a level of friction for smooth movement during breathing

24 Clues: Man's best friendThe cavity that the lungs sit within.The technical term used to mean 'open'The lung that has 3 lobes instead of 2.The space inbetween the 2 lungs that separates themThe outer surface of the lungs, lying against the ribsOne of the nerves supplying the trachea, beginning with L...

GVSci Respiratory System 2025-01-30

GVSci Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. difficulty breathing
  2. inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes
  3. inflammation of the mucus membranes
  4. rapid breathing
  5. a lack of oxygen
  6. edema: fluid buildup in the lungs
  7. dioxide: A colorless, odorless gas that is released from the animal body
  8. tiny hair-like projections that are found on the surfaces of certain cells
  9. the cessation of breathing during sleep; when an animal stops breathing
  10. small grape-like clusters at the end of the bronchioles within the lungs
  11. inflammation of the trachea
  12. smallest branches of the bronchial tree
  13. a substance that kills microbes or prevents their growth
  14. disease that can be passed from one animal to another
  15. procedure to examine the upper respiratory tract for obstructions
  16. the amount of air in an animal’s lungs after a deep inhalation.
Down
  1. having enough water in the body
  2. flap that covers the larynx during swallowing
  3. long term or recurring; persisting for a long time or constantly recurring
  4. an image produced by an x-ray used in medical diagnosis
  5. inflammation of the tissue of the sinuses
  6. the process in which a cell engulfs a foreign particle
  7. a substance that kills bacteria or prevents their growth
  8. the use of a stethoscope to listen to internal structures of an animal
  9. cavity and controls breathing
  10. inflammation of the lungs
  11. a large, smooth muscle in mammals, separates the thoracic and
  12. capacity: the amount of air in an animal’s lungs

28 Clues: rapid breathinga lack of oxygendifficulty breathinginflammation of the lungsinflammation of the tracheacavity and controls breathinghaving enough water in the bodyedema: fluid buildup in the lungsinflammation of the mucus membranessmallest branches of the bronchial treeinflammation of the tissue of the sinuses...

Respiratory system crossword 2026-03-09

Respiratory system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Structure that filters, warms and humidifies incoming air (2 words).
  2. Disease involving destruction of alveolar walls.
  3. acidosis ABG interpretation where arterial pH is decreased and carbon dioxide (PCO₂) is elevated while bicarbonate remains within the normal range (2 words).
  4. Chronic inflammatory disease causing reversible airway narrowing.
  5. Substance that reduces surface tension in alveoli.
  6. Movement of gases from high to low partial pressure.
  7. Tendency of stretched lungs to return to resting size (2 words).
  8. Two main airways that branch from the trachea into each lung.
  9. Spirometry pattern where FEV1 decreases more than FVC, reducing the FEV1/FVC ratio.
  10. Spirometry measure (abbrev.) representing the total volume of air exhaled during a forced breath.
  11. Force that promotes collapse of alveoli (2 words).
  12. Main form in which carbon dioxide is transported in blood.
Down
  1. Muscles involved in forced expiration (2 words).
  2. Thin membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the thoracic cavity.
  3. Reduced carbon dioxide concentration in blood.
  4. Long-term structural changes in airways due to chronic inflammation.
  5. Microscopic hair-like structures that move mucus toward the pharynx.
  6. Spirometry measure (abbrev.) representing the volume of air exhaled during the first second of a forced expiration.
  7. cells Respiratory epithelial cells that secrete mucus (2 words).
  8. Inflammation of the bronchial airways.
  9. Primary muscle responsible for inspiration.

21 Clues: Inflammation of the bronchial airways.Primary muscle responsible for inspiration.Reduced carbon dioxide concentration in blood.Muscles involved in forced expiration (2 words).Disease involving destruction of alveolar walls.Substance that reduces surface tension in alveoli.Force that promotes collapse of alveoli (2 words)....

Respiratory System Crossword 2026-03-11

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. maximum volume of air that can be exhaled after maximal inhalation
  2. muscles that elevate ribs during inspiration
  3. fluid that reduces friction between pleural membranes during breathing
  4. smallest conducting airways before gas exchange regions
  5. primary muscle of respiration separating thoracic and abdominal cavities
  6. condition caused by excessive CO2 lowering blood pH
  7. elastic cartilage flap that prevents food from entering the airway during swallowing
  8. bacterial infection producing granulomas in lung tissue
  9. topmost portion of the lung extending above the first rib
  10. process of drawing air into the lungs
  11. volume of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath
  12. first branches of the trachea entering the lungs
  13. muscular passageway that conducts air from the nasal cavity to the larynx
  14. folds of mucous membrane that vibrate to produce sound
  15. microscopic air sacs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged
  16. opening between the vocal cords through which air passes
  17. paired organs responsible for gas exchange in the thoracic cavity
  18. chronic inflammatory airway disorder causing reversible bronchoconstriction
  19. major form in which carbon dioxide is transported in blood
  20. sensory receptors detecting changes in blood gases and pH
  21. inflammation of bronchial tubes leading to mucus buildup
  22. phospholipid substance that reduces surface tension in alveoli
  23. physical movement of air between atmosphere and alveoli (either in or out)
  24. enzyme that catalyzes conversion of CO2 and water to carbonic acid
  25. infection causing inflammation and fluid in alveoli
  26. pleural layer covering the lung surface
  27. pressure exerted by an individual gas in a mixture
  28. movement of gases from higher to lower concentration
  29. middle portion of the pharynx behind the oral cavity
  30. additional air that can be inhaled after a normal inspiration
Down
  1. total volume of air the lungs can hold
  2. network of capillaries surrounding alveoli for gas exchange
  3. depression on the lung surface where bronchi and vessels enter
  4. condition caused by excessive CO2 loss raising blood pH
  5. air remaining in lungs after maximal exhalation
  6. fluid accumulation in lung tissue impairing gas exchange
  7. additional air that can be exhaled after a normal expiration
  8. lobar branches of the bronchi supplying each lung lobe
  9. hemoglobin bound to oxygen in red blood cells
  10. small airway branches lacking cartilage that regulate airflow
  11. chronic disease involving destruction of alveolar walls
  12. bronchioles containing alveoli where gas exchange begins
  13. pleural layer lining the thoracic cavity wall
  14. double-layered serous membrane surrounding the lungs
  15. cartilaginous structure containing the vocal cords and connecting pharynx to trachea
  16. rigid air-conducting tube reinforced by C-shaped cartilage rings
  17. process of expelling air from the lungs
  18. lower region of the pharynx leading to the larynx and esophagus
  19. air-filled cavities in skull bones that lighten the skull and help resonate voice
  20. upper region of the pharynx located behind the nasal cavity
  21. primary airways branching from the trachea into each lung

51 Clues: process of drawing air into the lungstotal volume of air the lungs can holdprocess of expelling air from the lungspleural layer covering the lung surfacemuscles that elevate ribs during inspirationhemoglobin bound to oxygen in red blood cellspleural layer lining the thoracic cavity wallair remaining in lungs after maximal exhalation...

Anatomy and physiology 2019-12-11

Anatomy and physiology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A harsh,vibratory sounds caused by harrowing of the upper airway refer to ___.
  2. ACE system works by changing the amount of water retained by the ___.
  3. High-pitched sounds produced by narrowed airways namely ___.
  4. Respiratory sounds are heard when a person ___ in.
  5. Tubular,cavernous and ___ are the types of breath sounds.
  6. The lungs secrete many enzymes and proteins that serve non-respiratory ___ functions.
  7. ___ contains hairs that filter foreign particles from ispired air.
  8. The epithelial cells and macrophages of the lungs secrete many ___.
  9. Respiratory sounds can be auscultated across the chest with ___.
  10. ___ is one of the cardinal symptoms of pleural effusion.
  11. ___ is one of the common signs of pleural affusion.
  12. ___ will reduce the amount of ACE.
  13. The measurement of the volume of air that a person can move into and out of the lungs called ___.
  14. ___is one of the examples for nonrespiratory air movements.
  15. Upper respiratory system is the nose,nasal cavity and ___.
  16. ACE system works to regulate blood ___ and blood volumes by changing the amount of water.
Down
  1. FEV1 is the volume of air echaled in one second of ___.
  2. the amount of air breathed in or out during normal reapiration called ___ volume.
  3. ___ is the sounds that resemble snoring
  4. Emphysema and broncitis was caused by ___.
  5. 6000ml (4-6l) is the ___ value of lungs volumes and capacities
  6. Angiotensin 1 into angiotensin ||,which is are two important ___ in the reninangiotensin feedback loop of the renal system.
  7. The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs ofter a maximum inhalatan was named ___ capacity
  8. The volume of unexpended air that remains in the lungs following maximum expiration called ___ volume.
  9. ACE leads to more ___.
  10. There are 3 regions of pharynx which is nasopharynx,oropharynx,and ___ .
  11. Crackles (rales) are causes by ___ fuid (scretons) in the air ways.
  12. Function residual capacity (FRC) can be calculated by adding together residual and ___.
  13. Ask the patient to say "E" as your auscultate the lungs refer to ___.
  14. Lower respiratory system is the larynx,trachea,___,bronchioles and lungs

30 Clues: ACE leads to more ___.___ will reduce the amount of ACE.___ is the sounds that resemble snoringEmphysema and broncitis was caused by ___.Respiratory sounds are heard when a person ___ in.___ is one of the common signs of pleural affusion.FEV1 is the volume of air echaled in one second of ___.___ is one of the cardinal symptoms of pleural effusion....

Metabolism crossword 2022-10-21

Metabolism crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. acid proteins
  2. Membrane
  3. explanation
  4. atom
  5. system bloodstream
  6. system food
  7. air
Down
  1. proof
  2. Lean beef
  3. bread
  4. system breathe
  5. proposed answer
  6. sugar

13 Clues: airatomproofbreadsugarMembraneLean beefexplanationsystem foodacid proteinssystem breatheproposed answersystem bloodstream

Amplify Medical Conditions 2023-10-06

Amplify Medical Conditions crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This breaks down into glucose
  2. People with asthma sometimes have trouble doing this
  3. The tubes inside the lungs of someone with asthma sometimes do this
  4. This helps open the lungs to breathe easier
  5. This system breaks down food
  6. This organ makes enzymes in your body
  7. Red blood cells carries this
  8. Anemia is when the body doesn't have enough of these
  9. This system transports amino acids, oxygen, and glucose to cells
  10. A person with type 1 diabetes may have levels of this that get too high
Down
  1. This allows glucose to enter a cell
  2. This is a good source of iron
  3. Protein breaks down into this
  4. This system brings in oxygen molecules from the air
  5. A good source of protein
  6. One of the main things that cells need
  7. Tiny structures where oxygen moves from the respiratory system to the circulatory system
  8. The pancreas helps the body
  9. This can help cure and prevent anemia
  10. Another term for glucose
  11. These help break food down
  12. Without insulin, glucose is "________" of cells

22 Clues: A good source of proteinAnother term for glucoseThese help break food downThe pancreas helps the bodyThis system breaks down foodRed blood cells carries thisThis is a good source of ironThis breaks down into glucoseProtein breaks down into thisThis allows glucose to enter a cellThis can help cure and prevent anemia...

Biology Crossword 2017-06-01

Biology Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the smallest living creatures
  2. a adaptation in a species to its environment
  3. a digestive structure found in chickens and turkeys and some worms, that grinds up food in place of teeth
  4. the home in which a plant sprouts it's first life from
  5. used to form complex structures built from amino acids eventually forming muscle and tissue.
  6. respiratory structure that extracts oxygen from water
  7. (2words) the system that breaks down food for extraction
  8. (2words) the system that moves blood and nutrients around the body
  9. diet consists of only animal tissue
  10. extracts negative items out of the body and dispels of it through urination
  11. diet only consists of dead matter
  12. circulatory structure that pumps blood and nutrients throughout the body
Down
  1. diet consists of a diet of vegetables and animal tissue
  2. a cell structure that carries out photosynthesis
  3. the smallest unit of living matter
  4. respiratory structure that extracts oxygen from air
  5. the smallest unit of matter
  6. (2words) the system that allows oxygen to enter the body and distributes it throughout.
  7. a pool of acid that breaks down food to its bare nutrients
  8. a fertilized pod holding a animal fetus, are not used by mammals
  9. (2words) the system that hold the brain and it's structures
  10. body lined with walls of chitin and a closed respiratory system
  11. the biggest part of the nervous system that controls the body
  12. diet only consists of vegetables and fruit

24 Clues: the smallest unit of matterthe smallest living creaturesdiet only consists of dead matterthe smallest unit of living matterdiet consists of only animal tissuediet only consists of vegetables and fruita adaptation in a species to its environmenta cell structure that carries out photosynthesisrespiratory structure that extracts oxygen from air...

Excretory System 2022-11-07

Excretory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A storage sac for urine.
  2. This cell organelle is like the Excretory System.
  3. The Digestive System gets rid of ______(smaller word for undigested food).
  4. _______ is one response to lack of water.
  5. This organ helps this system function, but is in the Respiratory System.
  6. Tubes that lead from each kidney to the bladder.
  7. A tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
  8. A process in which a machine filters the blood for the body. (takes the place of kidneys)
  9. This is an issue that happens with the kidneys when buildup happens.
  10. This system eliminates cellular ________ from our body.
Down
  1. The main organ of the Excretory System.
  2. This organ helps this system function, but is in the Digestive System.
  3. This organ helps this system function, but is in the Integumentary System.
  4. This system filters and rids of cellular waste in our body.
  5. The Respiratory System gets rid of _____________.
  6. The Integumentary System gets rid of ______.

16 Clues: A storage sac for urine.The main organ of the Excretory System._______ is one response to lack of water.The Integumentary System gets rid of ______.Tubes that lead from each kidney to the bladder.This cell organelle is like the Excretory System.The Respiratory System gets rid of _____________.This system eliminates cellular ________ from our body....

Chapter 21 – The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defenses 2013-08-05

Chapter 21 – The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defenses crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Most abundant type of white blood cell
  2. Help to control bacterial and fungal colonization in exposed areas
  3. Fluid containing clotting factors and antibodies
  4. Clumping of cells
  5. D Required for activation of CDD8 cells to become Tc cells
  6. Provides resistance against acids, alkalis, and bacteria enzymes in skin
  7. Congenital or acquired condition that impairs the production or function of immune cells
  8. Term describing the links between the brain and immune system to help explain how depression, emotional stress, and grief can impair the immune response
  9. Nonspecific defense system; first line of defense
  10. Cleanses the lower urinary tract as it flushes from the body
  11. Propel debris laden mucus away from nasal cavity and lower respiratory passages
  12. Complement proteins or antibodies to which phagocyte receptors can bind
Down
  1. Immune system damages tissue as it fights off a perceived threat that would otherwise be harmless to the body
  2. Specific defense system
  3. Inhibits bacteria growth
  4. Simplest defense mechanism – occurs when antibodies block specific sites on viruses
  5. Harmful or disease causing microorganisms
  6. Some infected cells create small proteins called __________ to alert/protect cells that are not yet infected
  7. Traps microorganisms in respiratory and digestive tracts
  8. Destroys bacteria - found in saliva, respiratory mucus, and lacrimal fluid

20 Clues: Clumping of cellsSpecific defense systemInhibits bacteria growthMost abundant type of white blood cellHarmful or disease causing microorganismsFluid containing clotting factors and antibodiesNonspecific defense system; first line of defenseTraps microorganisms in respiratory and digestive tracts...

Respiratory System Crossword 2021-12-17

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The type of cells that secrete mucus
  2. These drain into the nasal cavity
  3. Sits inferior to the hyoid bone; made of cartilage
  4. A problem caused by a diaphragm contracting out of rhythm
  5. Surrounds the glottis
  6. What happens when the diaphragm contracts and flattens due to pressure difference
  7. Inferior air entry point
  8. Number of lobes in the left lung
  9. Warms and moistens the air coming in through the nostrils
Down
  1. Surrounded by C-shaped rings to avoid collapse; windpipe
  2. The part of the respiratory system that branches into bronchioles
  3. Helps us to exchange gases from the body
  4. The blood vessel that covers the alveoli
  5. Flap above the larynx that helps to close the passageway to the larynx
  6. Contain antigens and help to fight off pathogens entering the pharynx
  7. What bronchioles do during an asthma attack
  8. What happens when the diaphragm relaxes due to pressure difference
  9. Number of lobes in the right lung
  10. The double membrane covering the lungs
  11. Have odor sensors in the nose
  12. The common passageway for air and water
  13. Passageway into the larynx
  14. Superior air entry point

23 Clues: Surrounds the glottisInferior air entry pointSuperior air entry pointPassageway into the larynxHave odor sensors in the noseNumber of lobes in the left lungThese drain into the nasal cavityNumber of lobes in the right lungThe type of cells that secrete mucusThe double membrane covering the lungsThe common passageway for air and water...

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 2022-03-07

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM crossword puzzle
Across
  1. maximum number of oxygen molecules that
  2. throat
  3. movement of air into and out of lungs
  4. carbon dioxide bound to hemoglobin
  5. the heart
  6. in cells
  7. in the body; ion
  8. takes place at the respiratory membrane
  9. where diffusion of gases occurs
  10. be bound by one hemoglobin molecule
  11. protein molecule in blood that binds
  12. hemoglobin
  13. number of iron ions in hemoglobin
Down
  1. respiration that involves exchange of
  2. notch, indentation on the left lung that
  3. product form with oxygen combines with Fe
  4. airway; windpipe
  5. cells which produce surfactant
  6. respiration that involves oxygen
  7. form in which most carbon dioxide is
  8. between lungs and blood
  9. inflammation of the pleural membranes
  10. respiration that involve exchange of gases between blood and body cells

23 Clues: throatin cellsthe hearthemoglobinairway; windpipein the body; ionbetween lungs and bloodcells which produce surfactantwhere diffusion of gases occursrespiration that involves oxygennumber of iron ions in hemoglobincarbon dioxide bound to hemoglobinbe bound by one hemoglobin moleculeform in which most carbon dioxide is...

Respiratory System Elements 2021-12-02

Respiratory System Elements crossword puzzle
Across
  1. liver
  2. dilation or widening
  3. bronchial tube
  4. blood
  5. cartilage
  6. disease
  7. fear
  8. larynx(voice box)
  9. specific condition
  10. pharynx(throat)
  11. lung or air
  12. air
  13. narrowing or stricture
  14. water
  15. cut into or incision
  16. breathing
  17. nose
  18. surgical repair
  19. mouth
  20. muscle
Down
  1. surgical puncture to remove fluid
  2. treatment
  3. death
  4. fungus
  5. visual examination of
  6. fast/rapid
  7. instrument for visual examination
  8. tumor
  9. chest
  10. cancer
  11. any condition
  12. trachea or windpipe
  13. pleura
  14. black
  15. slow
  16. inflammation
  17. sudden contraction of muscle
  18. mouth
  19. lobe
  20. nose
  21. blood condition
  22. discharge/flow
  23. deficient/below/less
  24. good/normal
  25. difficult/bad/pain/abnormal
  26. straight
  27. widening/stretching/expanding
  28. surgical removal or excision
  29. pertaining to

49 Clues: airfearslowlobenosenoseliverdeathtumorchestbloodblackmouthwatermouthfunguscancerpleuramusclediseasestraighttreatmentcartilagebreathingfast/rapidlung or airgood/normalinflammationany conditionpertaining tobronchial tubedischarge/flowpharynx(throat)blood conditionsurgical repairlarynx(voice box)specific conditiontrachea or windpipe...

The Respiratory System 2013-11-08

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This is C-shaped cartilage that allows the esophagus to stretch into the trachea.
  2. This is also known as your "windpipe." It is responsible for transporting air for respiration from the larynx to the bronchi.
  3. It is commonly called the throat and it connects the nasal and oral cavities to the larynx and esophagus.
  4. This structure covers the trachea to prevent food and drink from going down the airway.
  5. These bronchi have 5 branches.
  6. It serves as an air passage in the upper part of the throat behind the nose.
  7. A muscular and cartilaginous structure that holds the vocal cords. This organ is used to breathe, talk and swallow.
  8. These look like tiny grapes used for gas exchange. They are one cell layer thick of simple squamous cells.
  9. The left lung has 7-8 branches of these bronchi, while the right lung has 9.
  10. A common passageway for air, food and drink. Two tonsils are located here.
  11. The two bronchi branches that come from the trachea.
Down
  1. The nasal fold in between the upper and lower folds of the nose.
  2. This helps us to breathe, smell, filter air that travels to our lungs and also helps us to taste.
  3. These allow the exchange of air and gas between the alveolar sacs and the terminal bronchioles.
  4. This type of cartilage is considered to be your "adam's apple."
  5. The lower nasal fold of the nose.
  6. Type II cells secrete this substance.
  7. The upper nasal fold of the nose.
  8. This is where both food and air pass. It can be found between the hyoid bone and the larynx and esophagus, which helps guide food and air where to go.
  9. This action kills Type II cells, destroys the elastic net, and causes the alveolar sacs to stick together and collapse.

20 Clues: These bronchi have 5 branches.The lower nasal fold of the nose.The upper nasal fold of the nose.Type II cells secrete this substance.The two bronchi branches that come from the trachea.This type of cartilage is considered to be your "adam's apple."The nasal fold in between the upper and lower folds of the nose....

Respiratory/Circulatory System 2013-12-17

Respiratory/Circulatory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. very tiny blood vessels
  2. the tube that blood is pumped through to get into the right side of the heart, and out of the lungs
  3. blood cells that prevent disease
  4. cells in the circulatory system that prevent blood clotting
  5. a muscle inside your body that pumps blood through 4 chambers nonstop
  6. the tube in which humans obtain oxygen from
  7. the system by which oxygen is taken into the body
  8. the two major respiratory organs in the human body
  9. the tube that blood is pumped through to get out of the left side of the heart, and into the lungs
  10. tubes that blood go through to get to cells in the body
  11. how fast your heart pumps blood.
Down
  1. one of four heart structures that open and close in order for blood to get from chamber to chamber
  2. the system by which blood is circulated through the body
  3. 600,000,000 air sacs in the lungs
  4. contracts when inhaling, relaxes when exhaling
  5. one of two lower chambers in the heart
  6. the main branches of the trachea
  7. microscopic disks that carry blood to the cells and tissues
  8. things that increase the chance of a heart attack
  9. one of two upper chambers in the heart
  10. the water part of blood
  11. the fluid that circulates in the circulatory system

22 Clues: very tiny blood vesselsthe water part of bloodblood cells that prevent diseasethe main branches of the tracheahow fast your heart pumps blood.600,000,000 air sacs in the lungsone of two lower chambers in the heartone of two upper chambers in the heartthe tube in which humans obtain oxygen fromcontracts when inhaling, relaxes when exhaling...

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 2012-10-22

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a sheet of muscle below the lungs that helps you breathe in and out.
  2. This makes sounds for speaking
  3. Membrane A Slippery skin lining the cavity that protects the lungs as they rub against the ribs.
  4. Some of this is used for muscle contraction and giving movement, some of this is also turned into heat, which warms up the body.
  5. During expiration the ribs move...
  6. A word beginning with 'T', one of the main purposes of the respiration system.
  7. This can make muscles tired and painful.
  8. The Respiratory system removes waste products collected during exercise such as...
  9. The respiratory system helps to reduce the onset of _______ after training.
  10. The bronchi branch into smaller tubes called ________
  11. energy+lactic acid = ? (formula for anaerobic respiration)
  12. A small flap of cartilage to stop food going into the trachea
  13. the largest amount of air which can be expired after the deepest possible inspiration.
  14. This is where gas exchange takes place.
  15. The amount of air we breathe in in one breath.
Down
  1. The inhalation of air is also known as...
  2. The Ribs ________ the lungs
  3. Air is drawn in through the nose, where it is filtered by tiny hairs and warmed by ______
  4. Where is energy obtained from glucose?
  5. The maximum amount of air that can fit in the lungs is called the...
  6. These muscles are situated between the ribs, they help you breathe in and out.
  7. Branches into two bronchi, each is a bronchus
  8. This type of respiration uses oxygen
  9. Anaerobic Respiration occurs in low _________ levels

24 Clues: The Ribs ________ the lungsThis makes sounds for speakingDuring expiration the ribs move...This type of respiration uses oxygenWhere is energy obtained from glucose?This is where gas exchange takes place.This can make muscles tired and painful.The inhalation of air is also known as...Branches into two bronchi, each is a bronchus...

The Respiratory System 2012-10-31

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the trachea didvied into two major branches that lead to the lungs.
  2. Nose
  3. Ir forced through nose to clear respiratory tract.
  4. deep breath followed by foreful expulsion of air.
  5. is most and slippery.
  6. Is the air passage behind the nose.
  7. A sptum or cavity betwwn two promcipal portions of an organ
  8. Teminal air sacs that surrounded by numerous pulmonary
  9. Spangy bone in the inner nose.
  10. Vital organ of our body located in the chest.
  11. Deep prolonged breath that fills the lung.
Down
  1. around
  2. frontal, ethmoidal, sphenoidal, maxillary.
  3. atriangular chamber located below the pharunx.
  4. opening and closeing to keep food out of windpipe.
  5. act as a filter and keep dust and drit out of the nasal paaages.
  6. occurs in the alveoli by a process called diffusion.
  7. very tiny airways .
  8. The carilage that divides the nose into right and left sides.
  9. (windpipe) is the frist portion of the lower airway .
  10. Hollow cavity

21 Clues: NosearoundHollow cavityvery tiny airways .is most and slippery.Spangy bone in the inner nose.Is the air passage behind the nose.frontal, ethmoidal, sphenoidal, maxillary.Deep prolonged breath that fills the lung.Vital organ of our body located in the chest.atriangular chamber located below the pharunx....

The Respiratory System 2015-03-29

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Total amount of air that can be inhaled and then exhaled with maximum effort
  2. Substance secreted by great alveolar cells that prevents alveoli from collapsing during exhalation
  3. Respiratory group that sets the respiratory rhythm at 12 breaths per minute
  4. Barrier between the alveolar air and blood
  5. Air remaining in lungs after maximum expiration
  6. Increase in the diameter of a bronchus or bronchiole caused by the release of epinenphrine
  7. A deficiency of oxygen in a tissue or the inability to use oxygen
  8. Portion of the pharynx that only passes air
  9. Disorders that interfere with airflow by narrowing or blocking the airway
  10. The process of carrying gases from the alveoli to the systemic tissues and vice versa
  11. Muscle that is the prime mover of respiration
  12. The ease with which the lungs can expand
  13. Flap of tissue that guards the superior opening of the larynx
  14. Type of epithelium in nasal cavity that detects odors
  15. Collapse of all or part of a lung
  16. Type of sensory receptor that responds to smoke, dust, pollen, and cold air
  17. Type of breathing that is relaxed, unconscious, and automatic
  18. Pressure that exists within the lungs
Down
  1. Type of chemoreceptor that responds to changes in pH of CSF
  2. Serous membrane that covers lungs
  3. Final branches of the conducting system
  4. Pressure that exists between the two pleural layers
  5. Name for the segment of functionally independent lung tissue ventilated by segmental bronchi
  6. Portion of the bronchial tree that participates in gas exchange
  7. Type of lung cancer that originates in mucous glands of lamina propria
  8. Device that recaptures expired air and records different variables
  9. Law that the given volume of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature
  10. Branching system of air tubes in each lung
  11. Hemoglobin with no oxygen
  12. Slit through which the lung receives main bronchus, blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves
  13. The separate contribution of each gas in a mixture
  14. The exchange of bicarbonate ion and chlorine ion during systemic gas exchange
  15. Nerve that supplies the diaphragm
  16. internal median ridge in lowermost tracheal cartilage that directs airflow in the right and left bronchi
  17. Muscle found on posterior side of trachea that allows esophagus to expand when food is swallowed
  18. Right and left halves of the nasal cavity
  19. Condition in which the alveolar walls break down and the lungs are fibrotic and less elastic

37 Clues: Hemoglobin with no oxygenSerous membrane that covers lungsNerve that supplies the diaphragmCollapse of all or part of a lungPressure that exists within the lungsFinal branches of the conducting systemThe ease with which the lungs can expandRight and left halves of the nasal cavityBarrier between the alveolar air and blood...

The Respiratory System 2023-03-29

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the number of breaths per minute
  2. formed by the palatine and maxillary bones
  3. serous membrane lining the pleural cavities
  4. no oxygen in cells
  5. the first bronchi after the trachea
  6. inelastic cords that help prevent foreign objects from entering the glottis
  7. a passageway that bronchioles open into
  8. the middle portion of the pharynx
  9. C-shaped cartilages that protect the trachea
  10. a segment of lung tissue bounded by connective tissue partitions and supplied by a single bronchi
  11. gas exchange surfaces of the lungs
  12. forms much of the anterior and lateral surfaces of the larynx
Down
  1. movement of air into and out of the alveoli
  2. the space enclosed within the flexible tissues of the nose
  3. breaks the fluid bond between the pleurae
  4. low tissue oxygen levels
  5. folds over the glottis
  6. nostrils
  7. blood in the pleural cavity
  8. voice box
  9. common chambers connected to multiple individual alveoli
  10. amount of air moved into or out of the lungs durng single quiet respiratory cycle
  11. throat
  12. provides posterior support to the larynx
  13. extends behind the hard palate
  14. the superior portion of the pharynx
  15. opening that allows air to enter larynx
  16. the airways that carry air to and from the exchange surfaces of the lungs

28 Clues: throatnostrilsvoice boxno oxygen in cellsfolds over the glottislow tissue oxygen levelsblood in the pleural cavityextends behind the hard palatethe number of breaths per minutethe middle portion of the pharynxgas exchange surfaces of the lungsthe first bronchi after the tracheathe superior portion of the pharynx...

Respiratory System Crossword 2020-05-05

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cartilage that prevents food from entering the trachea
  2. muscles that expand the chest cavity
  3. most air someone can expel after a maximum inhale
  4. amount of air in someone's lungs after exhaling
  5. inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes
  6. Filters air, regulates temperature, has tiny hairs
  7. allergic reaction which inflames the airways
  8. first division of trachea, divide into bronchioles
  9. vessels that bring nutrients and oxygen to tissues
  10. Connects larynx to the bronchi and has cartilage rings
  11. alveoli deteriorate, lungs lose elasticity
Down
  1. uncontrolled cell division in the lungs
  2. cushions each lung
  3. close to blood vessels, chambers for gas exchange
  4. alveoli become filled with liquid
  5. pathway for air inside the lungs
  6. is Also known as the adam's apple/voice box
  7. dome-like muscle primarily in respiration
  8. Contains teeth and enzymes in saliva
  9. Connects oral and nasal cavities

20 Clues: cushions each lungpathway for air inside the lungsConnects oral and nasal cavitiesalveoli become filled with liquidmuscles that expand the chest cavityContains teeth and enzymes in salivauncontrolled cell division in the lungsdome-like muscle primarily in respirationalveoli deteriorate, lungs lose elasticity...

Respiratory/Immune System 2021-02-24

Respiratory/Immune System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Insertion of an artificial airway
  2. Part of the immune system that creates an army of immune cells
  3. abnormal collection of fluid between visceral and parietal pleurae
  4. A persons airway becomes inflamed, narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus making it difficult to breath
  5. Naturally present immune system
  6. Fight cancer cells, viruses, and intracellular parasites
  7. A type of hyperventilation that is the lungs emergency response to acidosis
  8. collapse of alveoli
  9. Increased thoracic rigidity, decreased number of alveoli and diffusion ability, decreased strength in breathing and coughing
  10. any foreign substance that produces an immune response
  11. Voicebox
  12. The muscle of the respiratory system
  13. Develop into cells that produce antibodies
  14. The body produces thick and sticky mucus that can clog the lung. Affects the lungs, liver, pancreas, and intestines
  15. Fight cancer cells, viruses, and intracellular parasites
Down
  1. acquired, Immunity created from receiving a vaccine
  2. Immunity created from natural exposure to a disease causing organism
  3. True of False: There should be vigorous bubbling during continuous suctioning with a chest tube
  4. chronic condition of bronchi walls are thickened from inflammation and infection
  5. membrane that covers the lungs
  6. Antibodies that bind and lock to antigens on foreign organisms
  7. Windpipe
  8. Sudden development of inflammation in bronchial tubes caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumonia and Mycoplasma pneumonia
  9. Protein substance that the body produces in response to an antigen
  10. exchange of gases between the external environment and the body's internal cells
  11. alveoli lose elasticity, trapping air that is normally expired
  12. Inflammatory process affecting the bronchioles and alveoli
  13. hypersecretion of mucus and recurrent or chronic respiratory tract infection

28 Clues: WindpipeVoiceboxcollapse of alveolimembrane that covers the lungsNaturally present immune systemInsertion of an artificial airwayThe muscle of the respiratory systemDevelop into cells that produce antibodiesacquired, Immunity created from receiving a vaccineany foreign substance that produces an immune response...

Respiratory System Crossword 2021-04-01

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A hollow space behind the nose
  2. referring to the lungs
  3. Also known as the windpipe
  4. Soft, spongy, cone-shaped organs in the thoracic cavity
  5. the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules
  6. Supported internally by bone and cartilage, has two nostrils
  7. metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic moelcules
  8. Smallest of the blood vessels through which exchanges take place between the blood and cells of the body
  9. Stops food from entering the airway
  10. Third division of the pharynx
  11. Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
  12. Opening through the nose carrying air into the nasal cavities
Down
  1. Air sacs within the lungs
  2. Voice box
  3. Leads into the stomach and carries food to be digested.
  4. Muscle beneath the lungs which contracts and relaxes during respiration
  5. Aka exhalation
  6. protective secretion of the mucous membranes
  7. The process of oxygen utilization and carbon dioxide production at the cellular level
  8. A triangular slit between the vocal cords; closes to prevent material from entering the trachea while swallowing
  9. Airways in the lungs which lead to bronchioles and alveoli
  10. Cavity where lungs sit
  11. Second division of the pharynx
  12. First division of the pharynx
  13. Spirometry
  14. Microscopic hair-like structures that line the nasal cavity to filter air breathe.
  15. A deficiency of O2 reaching the tissues
  16. Aka exhalation
  17. The cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils.

29 Clues: Voice boxSpirometryAka exhalationAka exhalationreferring to the lungsCavity where lungs sitAir sacs within the lungsAlso known as the windpipeFirst division of the pharynxThird division of the pharynxA hollow space behind the noseSecond division of the pharynxStops food from entering the airwayA deficiency of O2 reaching the tissues...

Respiratory System Crossword 2021-04-01

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Second division of the pharynx
  2. Soft, spongy, cone-shaped organs in the thoracic cavity
  3. Smallest of the blood vessels through which exchanges take place between the blood and cells of the body
  4. Also known as the windpipe
  5. A triangular slit between the vocal cords; closes to prevent material from entering the trachea while swallowing
  6. A deficiency of O2 reaching the tissues
  7. Region between the lungs in the chest cavity. Contains the trachea, heart, lymph nodes, aorta, esophagus, and bronchial tubes
  8. The cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils.
  9. Opening through the nose carrying air into the nasal cavities
  10. Spirometry
  11. A hollow space behind the nose
  12. Stops food from entering the airway
  13. Aka exhalation
  14. Voice box
  15. metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic moelcules
  16. Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
Down
  1. The process of oxygen utilization and carbon dioxide production at the cellular level
  2. First division of the pharynx
  3. Microscopic hair-like structures that line the nasal cavity to filter air breathe.
  4. Muscle beneath the lungs which contracts and relaxes during respiration
  5. the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules
  6. Aka exhalation
  7. protective secretion of the mucous membranes
  8. Airways in the lungs which lead to bronchioles and alveoli
  9. Supported internally by bone and cartilage, has two nostrils
  10. Air sacs within the lungs
  11. Third division of the pharynx
  12. referring to the lungs
  13. Leads into the stomach and carries food to be digested.
  14. Cavity where lungs sit

30 Clues: Voice boxSpirometryAka exhalationAka exhalationreferring to the lungsCavity where lungs sitAir sacs within the lungsAlso known as the windpipeFirst division of the pharynxThird division of the pharynxSecond division of the pharynxA hollow space behind the noseStops food from entering the airwayA deficiency of O2 reaching the tissues...

CS: Respiratory System 2021-03-12

CS: Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. direct measurement of lung volume and capacity
  2. hairlike projections that exten from the plasma membrane
  3. popping sound heard on auscultation of the lung
  4. roof of the mouth
  5. biopsy removal of small piece of lung tissue for pathologic examination
  6. inflammation of the pleura
  7. accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
  8. carbon dioxide
  9. inflammation in the lung resulting from infection
  10. inability to breath
  11. breathing
  12. lymphatic tissue on the back of the pharynx behind the nose
  13. chest
  14. coughing up and spitting out of material from the lungs
Down
  1. to listen; physical examination method of listening to sounds within the body
  2. blood in the pleural cavity
  3. acute or chronic inflammation of the tonsils
  4. opening between the vocal cords in the larynx
  5. excessive levl of carbon diocide in the blood
  6. thin, watery discharge from the nose
  7. uvula
  8. abnormal dilationof the bronchi with accumaulation of mucus
  9. difficulty breathing
  10. added sound with a musical pitch
  11. normal breathing
  12. nosebleed
  13. cartilaginous ridge at the point where the trachea divides into two
  14. acute respiratory infection in infants and young children
  15. palate
  16. deficient movement of air into and out of the lungs
  17. partition that separates the thorax into two compartment
  18. high pitched, crowing sound

32 Clues: uvulachestpalatenosebleedbreathingcarbon dioxidenormal breathingroof of the mouthinability to breathdifficulty breathinginflammation of the pleurablood in the pleural cavityhigh pitched, crowing soundadded sound with a musical pitchthin, watery discharge from the noseaccumulation of pus in the pleural cavity...

The Respiratory System 2018-02-09

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. / the two main organs of the respiratory system
  2. / inflammation of the bronchial tubes
  3. septum / divides the nose into 2 hollow spaces
  4. / the process of inspiration and expiration
  5. / difficult or painful breathing
  6. / dilation of the bronchi
  7. / cavities in the skull that surround the nasal area
  8. / the process of breathing
  9. / lack of oxygen
  10. / nosebleed
  11. / small branches that the bronchi divide into
  12. / leaf-like cartilage in your throat that closes when you swallow
  13. / also called the throat
  14. / also called the windpipe
  15. / has 2 holes called nostrils
  16. / the sac that encloses the lungs
Down
  1. / the 2 tubes the trachea divides into
  2. / nostrils
  3. / between the ribs
  4. / nose hairs
  5. / absence of breathing
  6. respiration / the exchange of oxygen and CO2 between the lungs and bloodstream
  7. / also called the voice box
  8. / inhalation
  9. system / consists of the lungs and air passageways
  10. / exhalation
  11. respiration / The process when the cells use oxygen and nutrients to produce energy, water, and CO2
  12. / the muscular wall that divides the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity
  13. respiration / the exchange of oxygen and CO2 between the lungs and the bloodstream
  14. / resemble a bunch of grapes

30 Clues: / nostrils/ nosebleed/ nose hairs/ inhalation/ exhalation/ lack of oxygen/ between the ribs/ absence of breathing/ also called the throat/ dilation of the bronchi/ the process of breathing/ also called the windpipe/ also called the voice box/ resemble a bunch of grapes/ has 2 holes called nostrils/ difficult or painful breathing...

Respiratory System Review 2019-06-18

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. normal breathing
  2. abnormally rapid respiration
  3. shallow respiration
  4. a prodecure in which the patient is propped at different angles to drain secretions from the lungs? ______ drainage
  5. Absence or almost complete absence of oxygen?
  6. name for a common cold? Acute ______
  7. smallest division of the bronchial tree are the?
  8. Which condition has alternating periods of rapid breathing, slow breathing, and absence of breathing?
  9. spasmodic closure of the larynx
  10. The term meaning absence of spontaneous respiration?
  11. innermost layer of the pleura is called the _____ pleura?
  12. The term meaning spitting blood or blood-stained sputum?
  13. rupture of the trachea
  14. trachea is known as a
  15. What is administered to prevent or relieve coughing?
  16. Adams apple is known as Thyroid ____?
Down
  1. a respiratory condition commonly occurs during colder months?
  2. the ______ carries food and air
  3. abnormal deep respiration
  4. emergency procedure to gain access below a blocked airway is known as?
  5. which term means bleeding from the throat?
  6. fibrosis is a genetic disorder
  7. surgical repair of the nasal septum
  8. paralysis of the larynx
  9. Which region of the chest contains the heart, trachea, esophagus thymus ect?
  10. Which term means black lung disease?
  11. another term for nosebleed
  12. difficult or laboured breathing
  13. inflammation of the visceral and parietal pleura?
  14. word part for lung

30 Clues: normal breathingword part for lungshallow respirationtrachea is known as arupture of the tracheaparalysis of the larynxabnormal deep respirationanother term for nosebleedabnormally rapid respirationfibrosis is a genetic disorderthe ______ carries food and airspasmodic closure of the larynxdifficult or laboured breathing...

The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23

The Respiratory System. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a fluid that delivers necessary nutrients to cells
  2. a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection
  3. the act of breathing in
  4. tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
  5. the smallest blood vessels in the body
  6. does not contain oxygen
  7. a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
  8. a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
  9. pipe that delivers air to the lungs
  10. the organ used to breathe
  11. connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
  12. a vessel leading from the heart to the lungs
  13. the branches that divide from the bronchus
  14. is emitted when we exhale
  15. hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
  16. two external openings of the nasal cavity
  17. contains oxygen
Down
  1. cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
  2. a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
  3. the act of breathing out
  4. organ used to pump blood around the body
  5. the group of muscles that run between the ribs
  6. also is known as the throat
  7. a vessel leading from the lungs to the heart
  8. a group of alveoli
  9. also known as the voice box
  10. a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe
  11. the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
  12. the gas we need to survive
  13. bones that protect the lungs and heart

30 Clues: contains oxygena group of alveolithe act of breathing indoes not contain oxygenthe act of breathing outthe organ used to breatheis emitted when we exhalethe gas we need to survivealso is known as the throatalso known as the voice boxpipe that delivers air to the lungsthe smallest blood vessels in the bodybones that protect the lungs and heart...

The Respiratory System. 2019-10-23

The Respiratory System. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a fluid that delivers necessary nutrients to cells
  2. a condition where the airways swell and fill with mucus
  3. bones that protect the lungs and heart
  4. tiny sacs that allow for rapid gaseous exchanges
  5. a vessel leading from the heart to the lungs
  6. is emitted when we exhale
  7. the main passageway into the lungs leading from the trachea
  8. organ used to pump blood around the body
  9. a group of alveoli
  10. also is known as the throat
  11. a flap in the throat that stops food from entering the windpipe
  12. a vessel leading from the lungs to the heart
  13. hairs that line the nostrils to keep mucus out
  14. the act of breathing in
Down
  1. pipe that delivers air to the lungs
  2. the organ used to breathe
  3. a slimy substance secreted for lubrication or protection
  4. connects the bronchioles to the alveoli
  5. the group of muscles that run between the ribs
  6. does not contain oxygen
  7. also known as the voice box
  8. the act of breathing out
  9. a muscle that contracts continually when you inhale and exhale
  10. the branches that divide from the bronchus
  11. two external openings of the nasal cavity
  12. a large air-filled space in the middle of the face
  13. the smallest blood vessels in the body
  14. contains oxygen
  15. cushions the lungs from rubbing against the ribs
  16. the gas we need to survive

30 Clues: contains oxygena group of alveolidoes not contain oxygenthe act of breathing inthe act of breathing outthe organ used to breatheis emitted when we exhalethe gas we need to survivealso known as the voice boxalso is known as the throatpipe that delivers air to the lungsbones that protect the lungs and heartthe smallest blood vessels in the body...

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 2019-12-11

THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM crossword puzzle
Across
  1. lungs expand through contraction which increases lung volume
  2. no muscle contraction are involved process
  3. lung collapse is prevented by adhesion of the membranes
  4. two phases of breathing: expiration
  5. expansion of the lungs is helped by between pleurae
  6. exchanging gases between the blood and the body cells
  7. when the inspiratory muscles,the diaphragm and external intercostals
  8. breathing or pulmonary ventilation is a process
  9. process of moving air into and out of the lungs
  10. lung collapse due to alveoli collapse
  11. when inspiratory muscles contract,intra-pulmonary volume
  12. pressure inside the lung is pressure
  13. the lungs adhere tightly to the walls
  14. movement of air out of the lung
  15. if the intrapleural pressure becomes equal to the atmospheric pressure the lungs immediately
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  1. gases passively flow out to the pressure
  2. using the oxygen in cell processes and the production of carbon dioxide
  3. movement of air into the lung
  4. alveolar pressure> pressure during expiration
  5. exchanging gases between the air in the lungs and the blood
  6. during inhalation lungs fill with
  7. is reversed by drawing air out of the intrapleural space
  8. ease with which the lungs and thoracic wall can be expended
  9. intrapleural pressure is always
  10. gas travels from pressure to low pressure areas
  11. pressure between the pleurae is pressure
  12. pressure changes that drive inhalation and exhalation are governed,in part,by law
  13. gas transport by
  14. At the end of a normal expiration the chest is the rib cage is descended
  15. and by the presence of surfactant in

30 Clues: gas transport bymovement of air into the lungintrapleural pressure is alwaysmovement of air out of the lungduring inhalation lungs fill withand by the presence of surfactant inlung collapse due to alveoli collapsetwo phases of breathing: expirationprocess of moving air into and out of the lungs...

The Respiratory System 2019-11-25

The Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. connects the larynx to the bronchi
  2. throat
  3. inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose
  4. a spasm of the bronchial smooth muscle, that narrows the bronchi
  5. contains the adenoids
  6. collections of lymphatic tissue
  7. smallest blood vessels
  8. a flap of cartilage attached to the root of the tongue, prevents choking or food aspiration by closing over the Larynx
  9. a rare disease where cartilage in many areas of the body become inflamed, most commonly affects the ears, nose, & airways of the lungs
  10. muscle that separates the chest and the abdomen; aids in breathing
  11. nosebleed
  12. the air cavities in the bones near the nose
  13. hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls
Down
  1. inflammation of the mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes; cause coughing and bronchospasm
  2. the voice box
  3. acute inflammation and infection of the alveoli, which fill with pus and products of inflammation
  4. thin hairs attached to the mucous membrane epithelium lining the respiratory tract
  5. abnormal tissue growth that extends from the surface of the mucous membrane
  6. contains the palatine tonsils
  7. double-folded membrane surrounding each lung
  8. triangular slit between the opening of the vocal cords, opens into windpipe, responsible for production of sound
  9. inflammation of a bronchiole
  10. a foreign body is inhaled accidentally and becomes lodges in one of the bronchi
  11. difficult breathing
  12. openings through the nose
  13. consists of 3 parts: primary, secondary, tertiary; transfers air to and from the lungs
  14. a cell that holds hemoglobin and can carry oxygen to the body
  15. illness that constricts the bronchi which affects the amount of air coming to the lungs
  16. small bronchial tubes
  17. cricoid, thyroid, epiglottis, arytenoids, corniculate, cuneiform are types of what?

30 Clues: throatnosebleedthe voice boxdifficult breathingcontains the adenoidssmall bronchial tubessmallest blood vesselsopenings through the noseinflammation of a bronchiolecontains the palatine tonsilscollections of lymphatic tissueconnects the larynx to the bronchithe air cavities in the bones near the nosedouble-folded membrane surrounding each lung...

Respiratory System Crossword 2023-05-15

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the opening between the vocal cords in the larynx.
  2. is the only external organ of the respiratory system.
  3. air remaining in the lungs after exhalation that cannot be voluntarily exhaled.
  4. is the amount of air that moves in or out of the lungs with each respiratory cycle.
  5. the movement of gas by convection or bulk flow through the conducting airways and then by molecular diffusion into the alveoli and pulmonary capillaries.
  6. the process of supplying the body with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide; includes both internal and external respiration.
  7. the windpipe; the respiratory tube extending from larynx to bronchi.
  8. are lymph nodes in the back of the mouth and top of the throat.
  9. any of the many tiny air sacs of the lungs which allow for rapid gaseous exchange.
  10. are folds of membranous tissue that project inward from the sides of the larynx to form a slit across the glottis in the throat, and whose edges vibrate in the airstream to produce the voice.
  11. a muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity.
  12. either of two external openings of the nasal cavity in vertebrates that admit air to the lungs and smells to the olfactory nerves.
  13. the extra volume of air that can be expired with maximum effort beyond the level reached at the end of a normal, quiet expiration.
  14. the elastic cartilage at the back of the throat; covers the glottis during swallowing.
Down
  1. is the cartilage and bone in your nose.
  2. are small muscles located in between each rib, starting at the first rib and extending down to the 11th rib.
  3. the extra volume of air that can be inspired with maximal effort after reaching the end of a normal, quiet inspiration.
  4. are organs of the respiratory system responsible for air exchange with the outside and gas exchange with the blood.
  5. the space inside the nose.
  6. any of the major air passages of the lungs which diverge from the windpipe.
  7. is an exchange of gases between the cells of the body and the blood by way of the fluid bathing the cells.
  8. is the muscular tube extending from the posterior of the nasal cavities to the esophagus.
  9. is the cartilaginous organ located between the trachea and the pharynx; voice box.
  10. is the region of the thoracic cavity between the lungs that houses the heart.
  11. any of the minute branches into which a bronchus divides.
  12. the volume of air that can be expelled from the lungs by forcible expiration after the deepest inspiration; total exchangeable air.
  13. (soft/hard), the hard palate is the front part of the roof of the mouth, and the soft palate is the back part.
  14. pattern of breathing faster and deeper during exercise.

28 Clues: the space inside the nose.is the cartilage and bone in your nose.the opening between the vocal cords in the larynx.is the only external organ of the respiratory system.pattern of breathing faster and deeper during exercise.any of the minute branches into which a bronchus divides.are lymph nodes in the back of the mouth and top of the throat....

Respiratory System Crossword 2023-05-10

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. combining form that means blue
  2. prefix that means good; normal
  3. combing form that means incomplete; imperfect
  4. closes the opening of the larynx when swallowing
  5. dome-shape structure between the thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity
  6. inflammation of the membranes in the bronchial tubes
  7. bloody fluid in the pleural cavity caused by trauma and is also an effect of diseases such as pneumonia and tuberculosis
  8. monitoring of a patient during sleep to aid in diagnosing apnea or other sleep disorders
  9. professional doctor who diagnose and treats conditions of the lungs and cardiopulmonary system
  10. suffix that means smell
  11. continuous positive airway pressure
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  1. suffix that means carbon dioxide
  2. surgical creation of an opening in the chest
  3. machine that delivers artificial respiration for a patient who is unable to breathe on their own
  4. the tube where food and liquids go down
  5. prefix that means in
  6. suffix that means process; condition
  7. visual examination inside the bronchi using a scope
  8. combining form that means cancer
  9. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

20 Clues: prefix that means insuffix that means smellcombining form that means blueprefix that means good; normalsuffix that means carbon dioxidecombining form that means cancercontinuous positive airway pressuresuffix that means process; conditionchronic obstructive pulmonary diseasethe tube where food and liquids go down...

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM CROSSWORD 2024-01-26

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM CROSSWORD crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a narrowing of the voice box
  2. combining form for throat
  3. a prefix component for fluid
  4. a sound coming from the nose
  5. a combining form "meaning blood
  6. a suffix for speaking words
  7. a suffix for suturing or sewing
  8. a prefix meaning between
  9. the breakdown of lung tissue
  10. tapping of fluid from the chest
  11. spitting up blood
  12. a prefix for across
  13. combining form for bronchial tubes
  14. a prefix meaning side
  15. a suffix for temporary opening
  16. an inflammation of the serosa of the chest
  17. a suffix for hardening
  18. loss of the sense of smell
  19. a rupture of the windpipe
  20. a prefix for half
Down
  1. difficulty or painful breathing
  2. air & pus in the chest cavity
  3. presence of nasal stones
  4. a permanent opening into the windpipe
  5. pain coming from the lining of the lung
  6. pertaining to the origin of the bronchial tree
  7. an inflammation of all the sinuses
  8. a suffix for surgical reconstruction
  9. combining form for bronchus / bronchi
  10. an inflammation of the nose & throat
  11. without oxygen
  12. an abnormal bluish coloration
  13. normal or good breathing
  14. herniation of the nose

34 Clues: without oxygenspitting up blooda prefix for halfa prefix for acrossa prefix meaning sideherniation of the nosea suffix for hardeningpresence of nasal stonesa prefix meaning betweennormal or good breathingcombining form for throata rupture of the windpipeloss of the sense of smella suffix for speaking wordsa narrowing of the voice box...

Respiratory System Structures 2024-03-27

Respiratory System Structures crossword puzzle
Across
  1. located in the nasal cavity and increase surface area to trap more particles before air enters the lungs
  2. the voice box, a section of cartilage that connect pharynx to trachea
  3. nasal portion of the pharynx
  4. warms, moistens, and cleans the air that enters two nostrils, separated by a septum
  5. branches off bronchioles to make clustered, grape-like bunches, the site of gas exchange with the lungs
  6. what branches off of bronchi
  7. also known as the throat, is shared between respiratory and digestive system
  8. where inhalation and exhalation takes place
  9. cartilage that attaches the larynx to the trachea
  10. this lung has two lobes and the cardiac notch
  11. opens during breathing to allow air to pass into lower respiratory tract, but closes over larynx when food is being eaten
  12. consists of the nasal cavity, oral cavity, pharynx, larynx and trachea
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  1. open portion of the larynx and esophagus, contains epiglottis
  2. oral portion of the pharynx
  3. line the pharynx, trap and remove foreign pathogens from entering the throat
  4. is inflammation of the sinuses
  5. contains vocal cords, allows speech to occur and will close the larynx to prevent food from entering lower respiratory tract
  6. consists of the lungs, bronchi, bronchioles and alveoli
  7. surround the nasal cavity and function to lighten the skull, resonate speech and produce mucus
  8. protective membrane that covers the lungs
  9. cartilage of the larynx that makes up the adams apple
  10. this lung has three lobes
  11. two extensions off the trachea that carry air into the lungs
  12. prevents food from entering the nasal cavity
  13. the windpipe, lined in horseshoe-shaped cartilage and branches into two bron

25 Clues: this lung has three lobesoral portion of the pharynxnasal portion of the pharynxwhat branches off of bronchiis inflammation of the sinusesprotective membrane that covers the lungswhere inhalation and exhalation takes placeprevents food from entering the nasal cavitythis lung has two lobes and the cardiac notch...

Crossword: Respiratory System 2024-04-01

Crossword: Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. breathing
  2. inflammation of the nose
  3. not breathing
  4. inflammation of the bronchus
  5. small, hallow, air sac
  6. windpipe
  7. smell
  8. snore
  9. incision into the trachea
  10. nas/o, rhin/o
  11. dust
  12. difficult
Down
  1. a little swelling
  2. voice
  3. hernia, tumor, swelling
  4. lung
  5. dripping
  6. chest
  7. to spit
  8. to draw in
  9. spir/o
  10. carbon dioxide
  11. infectious disease caused by bacteria
  12. air
  13. dilation, expansion
  14. inflammation of the voice box
  15. acute respiratory disease

27 Clues: airlungdustvoicechestsmellsnorespir/oto spitdrippingwindpipebreathingdifficultto draw innot breathingnas/o, rhin/ocarbon dioxidea little swellingdilation, expansionsmall, hallow, air sachernia, tumor, swellinginflammation of the noseincision into the tracheaacute respiratory diseaseinflammation of the bronchusinflammation of the voice box...

Respiratory System Review 2024-05-23

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. air sacs of lungs
  2. when volume in chest decreases and pressure increases
  3. membrane found on surface of lung
  4. amount of air exchanged in normal breath
  5. filters, warms and moistens the air entering the respiratory system
  6. prime mover of breathing
  7. amount of air left in lungs after normal exhalation
  8. maximum amount of air exchanged in lungs
  9. exchange of O2 and CO2 in the lungs
  10. "throat"; part of both respiratory and digestive system
  11. what your body uses to buffer the H+ produced with bicarbonate ions
  12. muscles that help increase volume in chest
  13. active phase of breathing
Down
  1. form most of CO2 travels from cells to lungs
  2. windpipe
  3. gas exchange occurring between blood and body cells
  4. protein that transports oxygen in blood
  5. pop singer who tells us to "just keep breathin"
  6. appropriate song for this chapter by The Weeknd
  7. flap that covers glottis when swallowing
  8. lung with one more lobe
  9. "voice box"

22 Clues: windpipe"voice box"air sacs of lungslung with one more lobeprime mover of breathingactive phase of breathingmembrane found on surface of lungexchange of O2 and CO2 in the lungsprotein that transports oxygen in bloodamount of air exchanged in normal breathflap that covers glottis when swallowingmaximum amount of air exchanged in lungs...

Respiratory System Crossword 2025-03-06

Respiratory System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The term for when the lung collapses.
  2. The part of the brain that helps regulate breathing.
  3. The part of the nasal cavity that increases surface area and supports mucus membranes.
  4. The maximum amount of air the lungs can hold.
  5. The gas that diffuses into the bloodstream from the alveoli.
  6. The primary function of the respiratory system is to exchange ________.
  7. The disease caused by the buildup of mucus in the lungs due to a genetic mutation.
  8. The process of gas exchange in the body.
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  1. A chronic lung disease often caused by smoking.
  2. The tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi.
  3. Produce sound through vibration.
  4. A bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis..
  5. The muscle that contracts to help with inhalation.
  6. The cartilage that divides the nasal cavity.
  7. A lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs, which may fill with fluid or pus.
  8. The structure that houses the vocal cords.
  9. The right lung has ______ lobes.
  10. The name of the tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs.
  11. The structure that covers the trachea during swallowing.
  12. The term for inflammation of the larynx.

20 Clues: Produce sound through vibration.The right lung has ______ lobes.The term for when the lung collapses.The term for inflammation of the larynx.The process of gas exchange in the body.The structure that houses the vocal cords.The cartilage that divides the nasal cavity.The maximum amount of air the lungs can hold....

Lower Respiratory System 2025-05-06

Lower Respiratory System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Pumps blood throughout the body
  2. Aka Pulmonary Artery
  3. Separates different parts of lung lobes
  4. Smallest portion of mediastinum
  5. Ballon shaped air sacs
  6. Hollow Muscular Tube
  7. Pleura Inner layer of the pluera
  8. Highest point of the lung
  9. Tiny sacs at the end of Bronchioles
Down
  1. Bottom of lower lungs
  2. Aka "the windpipe"
  3. Conduct air and contain alveoli
  4. Middle lobe in the right lung
  5. Skeletal muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen
  6. Flat T-shaped bone
  7. Aka windpipe
  8. Cavity Provides lubrication when lungs expand and contract
  9. Outer margins of the thorax
  10. Muscle Located between the ribs, helps breathing and chest movement
  11. Large tubes that carry air to your lungs

20 Clues: Aka windpipeAka "the windpipe"Flat T-shaped boneAka Pulmonary ArteryHollow Muscular TubeBottom of lower lungsBallon shaped air sacsHighest point of the lungOuter margins of the thoraxMiddle lobe in the right lungPumps blood throughout the bodyConduct air and contain alveoliSmallest portion of mediastinumPleura Inner layer of the pluera...

Respiratory system pathology 2025-10-12

Respiratory system pathology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The double-layered serous membrane that surrounds the lungs.
  2. Hair-like projections that sweep mucus and trapped debris out of the respiratory tract.
  3. A lipoprotein secreted by Type II pneumocytes that reduces alveolar surface tension.
  4. . Microscopic Pathology Microscopic Image Clue: Lung biopsy showing extensive deposition of dense, haphazard scar tissue (collagen) in the interstitium. What is this process
  5. Small airways, lacking cartilage, that lead directly to the alveolar ducts.
  6. The volume of air that always remains in the lungs after a maximal forced exhalation.
  7. Across Macroscopic Pathology Macroscopic
  8. The iron-containing protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen.
  9. A state of low oxygen availability to the body's tissues.
  10. The common passageway for both food and air (throat).
Down
  1. Microscopic Pathology Microscopic Image Clue: Biopsy showing a granuloma with central caseous necrosis surrounded by epithelioid cells and Langhans giant cells. What is the infectious disease?
  2. The main muscle of respiration that contracts and flattens during inhalation.
  3. The volume of air inhaled or exhaled during a single, normal breath.
  4. The two main branches that split from the trachea, leading into the lungs.
  5. Microscopic Pathology Microscopic Image Clue: Lung tissue under high magnification showing interstitial fibrosis and the presence of golden-brown, beaded asbestos bodies. What is this pneumoconiosis?
  6. Air-filled cavities in the facial bones that help to warm and moisten air.
  7. The windpipe; a tube supported by C-shaped rings of cartilage.
  8. Tiny air sacs where the primary process of gas exchange takes place.
  9. The voice box; it contains the vocal cords.
  10. Macroscopic Pathology Macroscopic Image Clue: Gross specimen of a lung showing over-inflated, pale tissue with large, destroyed air spaces (bullae). What is this COPD condition?
  11. Across Macroscopic Pathology Macroscopic Image Clue: Gross specimen of lung tissue showing firm, grey, consolidated parenchyma (hepatization). What is the likely infectious condition?

21 Clues: Across Macroscopic Pathology MacroscopicThe voice box; it contains the vocal cords.The common passageway for both food and air (throat).A state of low oxygen availability to the body's tissues.The double-layered serous membrane that surrounds the lungs.The windpipe; a tube supported by C-shaped rings of cartilage....

Respiratory System Review 2025-12-12

Respiratory System Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. chest
  2. main nutrient used in respiration
  3. lets you breathe while eating
  4. diaphragm relaxes, moves up
  5. large muscle beneath the lungs
  6. move mucus to the throat to be swallowed
  7. without oxygen
  8. tiny air sacs
  9. smaller branches of bronchi
  10. stops food from entering trachea
  11. tube that connects the mouth/nose with lungs
  12. food is broken down to release energy
  13. top part of the trachea
  14. muscles between ribs
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  1. breathe out
  2. produced by anaerobic respiration
  3. wrapped around the alveoli
  4. gas is able to pass through it
  5. in the presence of oxygen
  6. make sounds when air passes over them
  7. breathe in
  8. moistens air, traps pathogens
  9. traches divides into two of them
  10. gas organisms need
  11. diaphragm contracts, moves down
  12. gases entering and leaving an organism
  13. gas that must be removed

27 Clues: chestbreathe inbreathe outtiny air sacswithout oxygengas organisms needmuscles between ribstop part of the tracheagas that must be removedin the presence of oxygenwrapped around the alveolidiaphragm relaxes, moves upsmaller branches of bronchilets you breathe while eatingmoistens air, traps pathogensgas is able to pass through it...

Human Body 2023-03-13

Human Body crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a major organ of the skeletal system
  2. the system that works most closely with the skeletal
  3. the system that breaks down food into usable nutrients
  4. a major organ of the respiratory system
  5. the system that is the body's first line of defense against germs
  6. the system that brings oxygen to all cells inside the body
Down
  1. a major organ of the nervous system
  2. a major organ of the integumentary system
  3. the system responsible for controlling body movement
  4. the system that produces blood cells
  5. the system that brings oxygen into the body
  6. a major organ of the digestive system

12 Clues: a major organ of the nervous systema major organ of the skeletal systemthe system that produces blood cellsa major organ of the digestive systema major organ of the respiratory systema major organ of the integumentary systemthe system that brings oxygen into the bodythe system that works most closely with the skeletal...

The Pulmonary 2012-05-22

The Pulmonary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. other way of air entering body.
  2. site of gas exchange.
  3. includes the lungs and muscles necessary to breathe.
  4. a waste of the respiratory system.
  5. one way of air entering the body.
  6. infection in the lungs.
Down
  1. cure of pulmonary embolus.
  2. disorder that is caused by blood clots entering the respiratory system.
  3. machine that helps the respiratory system.
  4. cure of pneumonia.

10 Clues: cure of pneumonia.site of gas exchange.infection in the lungs.cure of pulmonary embolus.other way of air entering body.one way of air entering the body.a waste of the respiratory system.machine that helps the respiratory system.includes the lungs and muscles necessary to breathe....

Body Systems Overview 2023-05-16

Body Systems Overview crossword puzzle
Across
  1. system that filters blood, includes kidneys
  2. tube that passes food from mouth to stomach
  3. gas that we inhale
  4. system that breaks down of food into nutrients
  5. bones that protect the brain
  6. system that allows commication between body parts
  7. carry blood away from the heart
  8. system transports nutrients and oxygen to body
  9. largest artery leaving the heart with oxygenated blood
  10. part of the respiratory system where gas is exchanges
  11. specialized nerve cell
  12. bones that protect the spinal cord
  13. system that allows movement
  14. air sacs in the lungs
Down
  1. part of brain; controls involuntary muscles such as heart and diaphragm
  2. system provides structure, support and protection
  3. upper thigh bone
  4. stretchy material that connects bones to bones
  5. lower chambers of the heart
  6. main organ that filters blood
  7. system in which oxygen is inhaled
  8. type of neuron the sends impulse from brain to muscles
  9. largest part of the brain, controls thinking, memory
  10. another name for windpipe
  11. longest portion of the digestive system stretchy material connects bones to other bones
  12. control center of the body
  13. waste from kidneys
  14. vessels between arteries and veins

28 Clues: upper thigh bonegas that we inhalewaste from kidneysair sacs in the lungsspecialized nerve cellanother name for windpipecontrol center of the bodylower chambers of the heartsystem that allows movementbones that protect the brainmain organ that filters bloodcarry blood away from the heartsystem in which oxygen is inhaled...

Body systems 2024-11-20

Body systems crossword puzzle
Across
  1. system - collecting and processing information
  2. - Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
  3. system - protection, support, movement, blood cell production, storage
  4. - Largest bone in the body
  5. - carries oxygen rich blood AWAY from the heart
  6. - The brain can’t feel pain
  7. - Example of a cardiac muscle
  8. system - move nutrients and oxygen to the cells through the blood
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  1. - Largest artery in the body
  2. - Type of muscle tissue
  3. - carries oxygen poor blood TO the heart
  4. - How many chambers in the heart?
  5. - Give an example of an organ
  6. system - transport oxygen from outside the body and release carbon dioxide
  7. - muscle you CANNOT control, ex. Heart
  8. - Muscles work in pairs
  9. - muscle you CAN control, ex. Bicep
  10. - What is a passageway for both air and food?

18 Clues: - Type of muscle tissue- Muscles work in pairs- Largest bone in the body- The brain can’t feel pain- Largest artery in the body- Give an example of an organ- Example of a cardiac muscle- How many chambers in the heart?- muscle you CAN control, ex. Bicep- muscle you CANNOT control, ex. Heart- carries oxygen poor blood TO the heart...

Body Systems 2023-12-05

Body Systems crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This organ connects your mouth to your stomach
  2. This system helps give the body structure and support
  3. This system helps your body move
  4. This is an organ of the circulatory system that pumps blood
  5. This is an organ of the skeletal system; you have over 200 in your body
  6. Your bicep, quad, and abs are all examples of this organ
  7. This system helps bring in oxygen to your body
  8. This is where most of your nutrients are absorbed in your digestive system
Down
  1. Tubes that blood flows through found all over your body
  2. This organ of the nervous system runs through the middle of your back
  3. This system helps move blood throughout your body
  4. This system helps control your body
  5. This is an organ of the respiratory system that expands when you breathe in air
  6. This organ of the nervous system processes information
  7. This system helps break down food so you can have nutrients
  8. This organ connects your nose/throat to your lungs

16 Clues: This system helps your body moveThis system helps control your bodyThis organ connects your mouth to your stomachThis system helps bring in oxygen to your bodyThis system helps move blood throughout your bodyThis organ connects your nose/throat to your lungsThis system helps give the body structure and support...

Human Body Systems 2018-02-08

Human Body Systems crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The headquarters of the nervous system
  2. The windpipe
  3. Brings oxygen to cells
  4. System responsible for movement of the body
  5. Churns food and uses acid to change the properties of food
  6. System that secretes hormones into your bloodstream
  7. The main function of the Digestive System
  8. Removes blood from urine
  9. The system that digests food in your body
  10. Arteries, Capillaries, and Veins
  11. The place where two bones meet
  12. A group of fibers who transmit messages
  13. What makes red blood cells in bones
  14. The system that is made up of bones and supports the body
  15. Cells that carry information throughout the nervous system
  16. The main organs of the skeletal system
  17. Smooth, Skeletal and Cardiac are all…
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  1. What holds urine waiting to be expelled from the body
  2. Raises blood sugar
  3. Some of the most important muscles in your arms
  4. The main function of the Excretory System
  5. What makes up the Endocrine System
  6. The system that brings chemicals to and from cells
  7. The System that expels waste from the body
  8. Lowers blood sugar
  9. The system responsible for breathing and removing Carbon Dioxide
  10. The Tube between your Mouth and Stomach
  11. The main function of the respiratory System
  12. Main function of the Muscular system
  13. The system that transmits signals through the body
  14. Largest Artery
  15. Air sacs in the lungs

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