Respiratory System

2. a respiratory disorder usually caused by a sensitivity to an allergen such as dust or pollen
8. the upper portion of the pharynx located behind the nasal cavities
15. when we breathe in
16. a nosebleed
18. the middle section of the pharynx located behind the oral cavity
19. the divisions of the bronchi and the alveoli are found in organs called _______.
20. inflammation of the larynx and vocal cords
21. Keeps food from entering the trachea.
22. cavities the name of the hollow spaces that are divided by the nasal septum
24. an inflammation or infection of the lungs characterized by a buildup of fluid in the alveoli
26. grape-like structures at which the bronchioles end
28. __________ membranes line the lungs and thoracic cavity.
29. respiration the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the bloodstream

1. The voice box.
3. The trachea branches off into two ___________.
4. a noninfectious, chronic respiratory condition that occurs when the walls of the alveoli deteriorate & loose their elasticity
5. inflammation of the bronchi and bronchial tubes
6. an acronym used to describe any chronic lung disease that results in obstruction of the airways
7. the bottom section of the pharynx
9. The throat.
10. cavities in the skull that surround the nasal cavity
11. a name for the openings of the nose
12. another name for the openings of the nose
13. When we breathe out.
14. dioxide the waste product of your cells
17. respiration the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen between the tissue cells and the bloodstream
23. tiny hair-like structures that filter inhaled air
25. highly contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory system
27. The windpipe