Respiratory System (Functions)

Question 1

respiration

Answer 1

the exchange of gases between the atmosphere, blood, and the cells of the body
can be divided into two phases: inspiration and expiration

Question 2

inspiration

Answer 2

the act of breathing in

Question 3

expiration

Answer 3

the act of breathing out

Question 4

diaphragm

Answer 4

dome-like band of muscle that seperates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity
contraction causes the thoracic cavity to expand inferiorly to aid in respiration

Question 5

xyphoid process

Answer 5

connects diaphragm to the throacic cavity

Question 6

intercostals

Answer 6

located beween the ribs and aid in respiration by expanding the throacic cavity laterally