Respiratory System

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Across
  1. 2. the divisions of the bronchi and the alveoli are found in organs called _______.
  2. 6. a nosebleed
  3. 8. The windpipe
  4. 11. an inflammation or infection of the lungs characterized by a buildup of fluid in the alveoli
  5. 12. highly contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory system
  6. 14. The voice box.
  7. 16. a noninfectious, chronic respiratory condition that occurs when the walls of the alveoli deteriorate & loose their elasticity
  8. 18. inflammation of the larynx and vocal cords
  9. 19. a respiratory disorder usually caused by a sensitivity to an allergen such as dust or pollen
  10. 23. the bottom section of the pharynx
  11. 24. an inflammation of the nasal mucus membrane
  12. 25. when we breathe in
  13. 26. a name for the openings of the nose
  14. 28. The throat.
  15. 29. The trachea branches off into two ___________.
  16. 30. septum the wall of cartilage which dived the nose into two hollow spaces
Down
  1. 1. grape-like structures at which the bronchioles end
  2. 3. another name for the openings of the nose
  3. 4. respiration the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the bloodstream
  4. 5. Keeps food from entering the trachea.
  5. 7. an acronym used to describe any chronic lung disease that results in obstruction of the airways
  6. 9. tiny hair-like structures that filter inhaled air
  7. 10. respiration the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen between the tissue cells and the bloodstream
  8. 13. the upper portion of the pharynx located behind the nasal cavities
  9. 15. inflammation of the bronchi and bronchial tubes
  10. 17. __________ membranes line the lungs and thoracic cavity.
  11. 20. cavities in the skull that surround the nasal cavity
  12. 21. the middle section of the pharynx located behind the oral cavity
  13. 22. When we breathe out.
  14. 27. dioxide the waste product of your cells