The Respiratory System

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The Respiratory

System
Presented by:
Henry ll D. Narte
Respiratory
System parts
The Nose and Nasal Cavity

The nose is the outer part of the respiratory system. It is


mostly made up of cartilage, which makes the nose
flexible and strong. The nose has two openings called
nostrils which lead to the nasal cavity.
The Pharynx

The pharynx is connected to both the nose and mouth, and acts
as passageway for both air and food
The Larynx
The Larynx or the voice box it is found
at the lower end of the pharynx. When
you talk, the vocal cords in the larynx
vibrate and sound is produced.
The Trachea
The Trachea, or windpipe, is a tube at the bottom of the larynx.
It is lined with mucus that help prevent dust particles and other
things from entering the lungs
The Lungs
The trachea divides into two branches, each
entering a lung. These tubes are called bronchial
tubes and they branch into even smaller tubes called
bronchioles (singular,, bronchiole). At the end of
each bronchiole is a bunch of tiny air sacs called
alveoli(singular, alveoli).
The lungs are enclosed in a coating pleura, which
allows the lungs to slide freely as they expand and
contract when you breathe. Below the lungs is a
done-shaped muscle called the diaphragm.
Breathing refers to the process of alternate inhaling
and exhaling movements.
Taking care of our respiratory system
:Most of us have already experienced respiratory ailments. One can avoid respiratory ailments if the
following are observed

1.Breathe clean and fresh air Avoid places where the air is heavily polluted.
2.Avoid smoking or secondhand smoke.
3.Stay away from people who are infected with respiratory ailments.
4.Observe hygience.
5.Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.
6.Exercise regularly to keep the body strong and healthy.
7.Maintain the cleanliness of your surrondings.
8.Consult a doctor for any sign of respiratory ailment.
9.Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing.
10.Vaccinate your children.

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