Respiratory System

Practice Questions

High School Biology › Respiratory System

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The function of which respiratory system element is to produce sound?

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The function of which respiratory system element is to produce sound?

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Which muscle contracts to promote inhalation and relaxes to promote exhalation?

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Which muscle contracts to promote inhalation and relaxes to promote exhalation?

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What occurs when the diaphragm spasms and the glottis suddenly closes?

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What occurs when the diaphragm spasms and the glottis suddenly closes?

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Which respiratory organ functions in voice production and is termed the "voice box?"

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Which respiratory organ functions in voice production and is termed the "voice box?"

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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What is the primary and unique role of surfactant in the lungs?

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