The Lungs
Respiratory Vocab
General Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge
General Body Systems Knowledge
Just For Fun
100

Which structure is the site of gas exchange in the lungs?

Alveoli

100

The term Deglutition refers to what?

Swallowing

100

This organ pumps blood throughout the body

BONUS 50+ POINTS: Which side of the heart pumps oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body?

Heart / Left Ventricle (Side)

100

Which system transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body?

Circulatory System

100

Which country has the largest population currently?

India

200

The ease of which the lungs expand is known as what?

Lung Compliance

200

Which muscle is the primary driver of inhalation?

Diaphragm

200

What are the basic structural and functional units of life?

Cells

200

This system breaks down food so the body can absorb nutrients.

Digestive System

200

This element has the chemical Symbol "Au".

Gold

300

The gas exchange between alveoli and blood is known as what? 

BONUS 50+ POINTS: Where does the process occur?

External Respiration / Lungs

300

Sound production during breathing occurs primarily in which organ?

BONUS 50+ POINTS: What is the organ also known as?

Larynx / Voice Box

300

This system is responsible for sending electrical signals and controlling responses.

Nervous System
300

This system's main job is to exchange gas.

Respiratory System

300

Which NFL quarterback holds the record for the most career passing touchdowns?

BONUS 50+ POINTS: What is the specific number?

Tom Brady / 649

400

The volume of air remaining in the lungs after forceful exhalation is known as what?

Residual Volume

400

The nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, and the pharynx are located in which part of the respiratory system?

Upper Respiratory System

400
What type of muscle is found inside the heart and works involuntarily?

Cardiac Muscle

400

Which system provides structure, protection, and allows movement with muscles?

BONUS 100+ POINTS: What is the hardest substance in the human body found covering teeth?

Skeletal System / Enamel

400

Which Old Testament king is known for his wisdom and for writing much of the Book of Proverbs?

King Solomon

500

The volume of air remaining in the lungs are normal exhalation is known as what?

Functional Residual Capacity

500

The air in the pleural cavity can be described as what?

Pneumothorax

500
Which process uses oxygen to produce Adenosine Triphosphate (also known as ATP/Energy)?

Cellular Respiration

500

This system helps the body fight infection and disease.

Immune System

500

This worship song by Hillsong United includes the lyric, "Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders."

Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)