what it does
Manages the transfer of Oxygen from the air, and removes Carbon Dioxide from the body back to the air
Parts
Nose
Pharynx
Larynx
Trachea
bronchi
lungs
Changes from aging
Less breathing capacity
lungs become less elastic
transfer of Oxygen & Carbon dioxide in lungs are less effective
diseases/conditions
Upper respiratory infections
pneumonia
COPD
asthma