Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Reduces the surface tension of the fluid in the alveoli
A)Respiratory membrane
B)Respiratory mucosa
C)Pharynx
D)Larynx
E)Trachea
F)Alveoli
G)Surfactant
H)Primary bronchi
I)Bronchioles
J)Pleura
K)Respiratory tree
L)Upper respiratory tract
M)Lacrimal sacs
N)Alveolar ducts
O)Conchae
P)Lower respiratory tract

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Surfactant reduces the surface tension of the fluid in the alveoli, making it easier for gas exchange to occur.

Answer: A 
 The respiratory membrane refers to the thin layer of tissue separating the alveoli from the surrounding blood vessels, where gas exchange takes place.

Answer: B 
 The respiratory mucosa is the lining of the airways and contains cilia and goblet cells that help keep the airways clean and moist.

Answer: D 
 The larynx is the structure located in the throat that contains the vocal cords and helps with speech production.

Answer: E 
 The trachea, also known as the windpipe, is the tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi.

Answer: F 
 The alveoli are tiny air sacs located at the end of the bronchioles where gas exchange occurs.

Answer: H 
 The primary bronchi are the first branches of the trachea that lead to the lungs.

Answer: I 
 Bronchioles are small branches of the bronchi that lead to the alveoli.

Answer: J 
 The pleura are the membranes lining the lungs and chest wall that help protect and lubricate the lungs during breathing.

Answer: P 
 The lower respiratory tract includes the bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli, and lungs, where gas exchange occurs.

Match Each of the Terms with Its Definition or Description