Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology
Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781259277368
Author: David N. Shier Dr., Jackie L. Butler, Ricki Lewis Dr.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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To list: The general functions of the respiratory system.

Introduction: The body of a human is a complex biological system involving tissues, organs, cells. The human body is composed of organ systems including the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, nervous, excretory, and endocrine systems.

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The respiratory system is the set of organs that permits an individual to exchange and breathe carbon dioxide and oxygen throughout the body. The organs of the respiratory tract include nasal cavity, nose, pharynx, paranasalsinuses, larynx, bronchial tree, trachea, and lungs. The major function of the respiratory system is obtaining oxygen and removing carbon dioxide from the body.

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