Asked by amanda kozlek on May 25, 2024
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Which structure is also known as the windpipe?
A) primary bronchi
B) trachea
C) pharynx
D) larynx
Windpipe
Commonly known as the trachea, it's the tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi, providing air passage to the lungs.
Trachea
Also known as the windpipe, it is a large membranous tube reinforced by rings of cartilage, extending from the larynx to the bronchial tubes and conveying air to and from the lungs.
Primary Bronchi
The two main branches of the trachea that lead directly into the lungs, providing the passage for air to enter and leave the lungs.
- Recognize and comprehend the anatomical configuration of the respiratory system.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize and comprehend the anatomical configuration of the respiratory system.