The Respiratory System

The respiratory system is the body system that is responsible for breathing and exchanging gases with the environment. It includes the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

The nose is the organA structure made of different tissues working together to perform a specific function. that is responsible for filtering, warming, and humidifying the air that is breathed in. It is also responsible for detecting odors.

The pharynx is a tube-like structureThe organisation and order of information in a text. that connects the nose and the mouth to the larynx.

The larynx is a structure that is located in the neck and is responsible for producing sound (voice).

The trachea is a tube-like structure that extends from the larynx to the bronchi.

The bronchi are tubes that branch off from the trachea and enter the lungs.

The lungs are spongy, elastic organs that are located in the chest and are responsible for exchanging gases with the environment.