Assignment task: Introduction to Histology: Respiratory System Pre-laboratory
Question 1: Describe the components of the upper respiratory tract?
Question 2: What is the difference between the conducting portion of the respiratory system and the respiratory portion?
Question 3: What is the function of the cartilage rings in the conducting portion of the respiratory system?
Question 4: What is the function of the mucosa?
Question 5: What is the name of the layer of loose connective tissue present throughout the respiratory system?
Question 6: In which structure in the lungs does the gas exchange take place?
Question 7: What are cilia and what is their function in the trachea?
Question 8: In which layer, can we find the tracheal glands?
Question 9: Why is there a smooth muscle present in the alveolar duct?
Question 10: Why are there many blood vessels in between the alveolar sacs?