respiratory systems
What is the main organ in the respiratory system?
Lungs
What is the process of breathing called?
Inhalation
What is the name of the small air sacs in the lungs?
Alveoli
What is the diaphragm?
A muscle that helps you breathe
What is the purpose of cilia in the respiratory system?
To filter out dust and debris
What is the medical term for a collapsed lung?
Pneumothorax
What is the name of the muscle between the ribs that helps with breathing?
Intercostal muscle
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
What is the name of the tube that connects the mouth to the lungs?
Trachea
What is the name of the substance that reduces surface tension in the lungs?
Surfactant