Respiratory tract anatomy
  • Parts of respiratory tract
    • Nose, oral cavity
    • Pharynx
    • Larynx
    • Trachea
    • Bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli
    • Lungs
    • Pleura
    • Thorax
    • Abdomen
  • Skeletal framework
    • Spinal column
      • Vertebrae
    • Sternum
    • Ribs
    • Pelvic girdle
    • Pectoral girdle
  • Passive and active forces in breathing
Objectives
  • Label diagrams or identify bones of the respiratory system from description
  • Describe the structure of the lungs, pleurae, and respiratory tract
  • Explain how passive forces are developed for breathing
  • Explain how active forces are created for breathing
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Copyright 2004 by Amy T. Neel, Ph.D.
Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences
University of New Mexico