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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

22. The Respiratory System

Introduction to Lung Physiology

Anatomy & Physiology

22. The Respiratory System

Introduction to Lung Physiology

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How does the muscular system assist the respiratory system in its function?

By storing oxygen for use during physical activity.

By filtering air before it enters the lungs.

By contracting the diaphragm to increase thoracic volume during inhalation.

By producing hormones that regulate breathing rate.

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Understand the primary function of the respiratory system, which is to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment.

Recognize the role of the diaphragm, a major muscle in the muscular system, which is crucial for the process of inhalation.

During inhalation, the diaphragm contracts and moves downward, increasing the volume of the thoracic cavity. This decrease in pressure within the thoracic cavity allows air to flow into the lungs.

The intercostal muscles, located between the ribs, also assist by contracting to expand the rib cage, further increasing thoracic volume.

By increasing thoracic volume, the muscular system aids the respiratory system in drawing air into the lungs, facilitating the intake of oxygen necessary for cellular respiration.