Portage Learning A&P 1 Module 2 Final Exam And Quality Answers 2024.

What are the three main functions of the respiratory system (anatomical organization)? - Answer 1) Air conduction, 2) Air filtration, and 3) Exchange of Gases. (also called respiration) What are the three parts of the pharynx? - Answer Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, laryngopharynx Identify the hard palate vs. the soft palate - Answer True or false: the rings that cover the trachea are a complete circle. - Answer False: the cartilaginous rings of the trachea do not meet on the posterior side Posterior view of the larynx ("voice box"): Label A- Label B- Label C- Label D- Label E- Label F- Label G- - Answer What important steps need to happen during the swallowing process to prevent aspiration? - Answer . 1- The larynx rises and 2- the trachea is closed by the epiglottis. The epiglottis moves inferiorly, covering the trachea (to prevent food or liquid from entering the lungs). Why does the soft palate elevate during swallowing? - Answer The upward movement of the soft palate prevents food or liquid from entering the nasal passages during swallowing.