Asked by andrea hernandez on Jun 24, 2024
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Four of the five answers listed below are components of the human respiratory system. Select the exception.
A) thoracic cavity
B) trachea
C) diaphragm
D) spiracle
E) larynx
Thoracic Cavity
The part of the body located between the neck and the abdomen, housing the heart and lungs within the rib cage.
Spiracle
An external respiratory opening found in some animals, including insects and some amphibians, used for breathing.
- Discern the organizational and operational aspects of respiratory systems in mammals, birds, and aquatic creatures.
- Elucidate on the structural anatomy of the human respiratory system and how air circulates through this system.
Verified Answer
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Joshua MederosJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The spiracle is a respiratory structure found in insects and some other arthropods, but it is not a component of the human respiratory system. The thoracic cavity, trachea, diaphragm, and larynx are all structures involved in breathing and gas exchange in humans.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the organizational and operational aspects of respiratory systems in mammals, birds, and aquatic creatures.
- Elucidate on the structural anatomy of the human respiratory system and how air circulates through this system.