After food is partially broken down by enzymes in the mouth, it moves through the throat, past the esophagus, and into the stomach for complete digestion. Learn about the anatomy of the throat and esophagus (pharynx, larynx, epiglottis, nasopharynx, oropharynx, laryngopharynx, and lower esophagea...
Epiglottitis is a condition in which the epiglottis is inflamed. It is most often caused by a bacterial infection. Explain why this type of inflammation is life-threatening. Discuss the characteristics of pneumonia. Define MCV. Define the following medical term: Dyspnea ...
Define briefly the following without using the textbook or Wikipedia: 1- alveolar duct 2- bronchiole 3- epiglottis 4- trachea 5- internal respiration Describe the functions of the respiratory system. Explain the different types of lung volumes and capacities. Define hyperventilation. What types of c...
Explain why oxygen is important in the process of aerobic respiration? How can the rate of cellular respiration be measured? Explain. Define briefly the following without using the textbook or Wikipedia: 1- alveolar duct 2- bronchiole 3- epiglottis 4- trachea 5- internal respiration ...
Describe the anatomy of the human respiratory system. Explain the roles of salivary glands and the pancreas in the digestion of foodstuffs in the diet. List all the functions of the epiglottis. What is the anatomical description of the pancreas? What is the name of the salivary gland, and wh...