Respiration

Illustration of the upper respiratory system. A tube extending from the top of the throat down into the chest is labeled as the trachea. Caption: The trachea is about 12 centimeters long

With every breath you take, the process of respiration is supplying cells in the body with oxygen they need to carry out important processes. This program highlights the major structures and functions of the respiratory system. Concepts and terminology include: nasal passage, pharynx, larynx, lungs, diaphragm, trachea, bronchial tubes, alveoli, gas exchange, pulmonary circulation, inhalation, exhalation, hemoglobin, asthma, bronchitis, smoking, lung cancer, and pneumonia.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • Respiration

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    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    Visual Learning Company
    Length:
    20 minutes

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