With every breath you take, the process of respiration is supplying cells in the body with oxygen they need to carry out important processes. This engaging program highlights the major structures and functions of the respiratory system. Concepts and terminology include: nasal passage, pharynx, larynx, lungs, diaphragm, trachea, bronchial tubes, alveoli, gas exchange, pulmonary circulation, inhalation, exhalation, hemoglobin, asthma, bronchitis, smoking, lung cancer, and pneumonia.
With every breath you take, the process of respiration is supplying cells in the body with oxygen they need to carry out important processes. This engaging program highlights the major structures and functions of the respiratory system. Concepts and terminology include: nasal passage, pharynx, larynx, lungs, diaphragm, trachea, bronchial tubes, alveoli, gas exchange, pulmonary circulation, inhalation, exhalation, hemoglobin, asthma, bronchitis, smoking, lung cancer, and pneumonia.
General Note
Originally released by Visual Learning, 2010.
Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on April 18, 2015.
Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag.
Content Note
Gas Exchange (2:26); --Respiratory System (1:59); -- Lungs and Gas Exchange (1:25); -- Breathing Process (2:07); -- Control of Breathing (1:20); -- Respiratory Problems (3:02); -- Caring for your Respiratory System (1:23); -- Video Review (1:03); -- Video Assessment (3:18); -- Credits: Respiration (0:45);.