The functions of the respiratory system are (Select all that apply)

Question

(1 point)
Responses

to pump blood to the body.
to pump blood to the body.

to deliver oxygen to the body.
to deliver oxygen to the body.

to remove carbon dioxide from the body.
to remove carbon dioxide from the body.

to absorb nutrients.

Answer 1

to deliver oxygen to the body.
to remove carbon dioxide from the body.

Answer 2

The dome-shaped muscle that lies below the lungs and is important in the breathing process is the
(1 point)
Responses

alveoli.
alveoli.

asthma.
asthma.

bronchi.
bronchi.

diaphragm.

Answer 3

diaphragm.

Answer 4

The exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen takes place in the
(1 point)
Responses

alveoli.
alveoli.

asthma.
asthma.

bronchi.
bronchi.

diaphragm.
diaphragm.

Answer 5

alveoli.

Answer 6

_____is a substance in tobacco products that causes stained teeth and skin.
(1 point)
• Nicotine
• Carbon monoxide
• Tar
• Menthol