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The process of air coming into the lungs is known as _____ (air coming in).

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The process of air leaving the lungs is referred to as _____ (air coming out).

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The equation \[ 6O_2 + C_6H_{12}O_6 ightarrow 6CO_2 + 6H_2O \] represents the process of _____ in cells.

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Gas exchange in the respiratory system primarily occurs in the _____.

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During gas exchange, the blood picks up _____ from the alveoli.

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During gas exchange, the blood releases _____ into the alveoli.

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Diffusion in the respiratory system occurs from _____ concentration to _____ concentration.

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During inhalation, the diaphragm _____ to allow air into the lungs.

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During exhalation, the diaphragm _____ to push air out of the lungs.

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Nasal passages are lined with _____ to help keep warm and filter the air.

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In the nasal passages, cilia and mucous work together to _____ air by removing impurities.

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The pharynx serves as a _____ for both food and air.

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The epiglottis is a _____ that prevents food from entering the lungs/trachea.

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When you swallow, the epiglottis covers the _____ to prevent food from entering.

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The larynx is also known as the _____, which is essential for sound production.

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The larynx functions by allowing the _____ to vibrate and produce sound.

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The trachea is a _____ that carries air down to the lungs.

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The bronchi are _____ that extend from the trachea to each lung.

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The main organ of the respiratory system responsible for gas exchange is the _____.

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Bronchioles are _____ that branch off from the bronchi.

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Alveoli are _____ each surrounded by capillaries for gas exchange.

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The site of diffusion (gas exchange) in the respiratory system is the _____.

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Alveoli are surrounded by _____ to facilitate gas exchange.

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The diaphragm is a _____ that plays a crucial role in breathing.

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Intercostal muscles are located _____ and assist in breathing.

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During inhalation, the intercostal muscles _____ to expand the chest cavity.

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Hemoglobin in red blood cells _____ and transport oxygen from the alveoli to capillaries.

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Oxygen diffuses from the _____ to the capillaries in the respiratory system.

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Does exhaling require energy? The answer is _____.

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The pathway of airflow through the respiratory system is _____, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli.

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During inhalation, the air pressure in the lungs _____ as the chest cavity expands.

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During exhalation, the air pressure in the lungs _____ as the chest cavity contracts.

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With inhalation, the volume of the chest cavity _____ to allow air in.

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With exhalation, the volume of the chest cavity _____ to push air out.

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A pneumothorax is a condition where a _____ lung occurs due to air in the pleural cavity.

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A tension pneumothorax causes the heart to _____ due to increased pressure.

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