Respiration: The Key to Life - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a product of cellular respiration?

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Glucose

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Carbon dioxide

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Water

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ATP

Question 2

In humans, where does gas exchange occur?

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Lungs

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Heart

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Stomach

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Kidneys

Question 3

Which of these carries oxygen around the body?

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Red blood cells

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White blood cells

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Platelets

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Plasma

Question 4

Which muscle helps us breathe by contracting and relaxing?

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Diaphragm

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Heart

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Trachea

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Bronchi

Question 5

What is the main purpose of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases between the body and the environment

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To digest food

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To pump blood around the body

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To regulate body temperature

Question 6

Which structure in the respiratory system warms and moistens incoming air?

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Nasal cavity

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Pharynx

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Trachea

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Bronchi

Question 7

In the respiratory system, which organ is responsible for the exchange of gases?

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Lungs

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Heart

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Stomach

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Liver

Question 8

Which muscle plays a crucial role in the process of breathing?

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Diaphragm

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Biceps

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Triceps

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Abdominals

Question 9

When you exhale, what happens to the levels of carbon dioxide in your blood?

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Decrease

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Increase

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Stay the same

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Double

Question 10

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

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Nutrient absorption

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Gas exchange

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Temperature regulation

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Sound production

Question 11

What is the primary fuel source for the energy-producing process known as cellular respiration?

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Glucose

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Sunlight

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Water

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Oxygen

Question 12

What is the term for the process that removes waste products from cellular respiration?

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Excretion

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Diffusion

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Perspiration

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Respiration

Question 13

Which of the following is a symptom that may indicate respiratory distress?

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Shortness of breath

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Fatigue

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Nausea

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Skin rash

Question 14

Which type of respiration produces lactic acid?

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Anaerobic respiration

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Aerobic respiration

Question 15

What is the primary function of the alveoli?

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Exchange gases

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Produce oxygen

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Filter the air

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Store carbon dioxide

Question 16

How does a faster breathing rate help our bodies make more energy?

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It brings more oxygen to our cells, which is used to make energy.

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It lowers carbon dioxide levels, making it easier to release energy.

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It increases our blood pressure, helping to deliver oxygen to our cells.

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It prevents lactic acid from building up in our muscles, allowing us to make more energy.

Question 17

In which part of the respiratory system does gas exchange take place?

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Alveoli

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Diaphragm

Question 18

Which muscle is primarily responsible for inhaling air?

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Diaphragm

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Trapezius

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Intercostal muscles

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Abdominal muscles

Question 19

What is the main purpose of respiration?

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To provide energy for the body

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To remove waste products

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To regulate body temperature

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To transport oxygen to the body

Question 20

Which of the following increases the rate of respiration?

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Exercise

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Rest

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Sleep

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Cold temperatures

Question 21

How are inhalation and exhalation different?

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Inhalation brings in oxygen and exhalation releases carbon dioxide

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Exhalation brings in oxygen and inhalation releases carbon dioxide

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Inhalation and exhalation both bring in oxygen

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Inhalation and exhalation both release carbon dioxide

Question 22

What is the main function of the epiglottis?

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To prevent food from entering the lungs

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To regulate the flow of air into the lungs

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To produce mucus

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To exchange gases

Question 23

Which part of the respiratory tract is NOT the upper respiratory tract?

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Trachea

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Nose

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Pharynx

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Larynx

Question 24

Why are the alveoli important in the respiratory system?

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They provide a large surface area for gas exchange

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They produce mucus

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They transport oxygen to the blood

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They regulate body temperature

Question 25

Which muscle is primarily responsible for the movement of air during breathing?

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Diaphragm

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Abdominal muscles

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Heart

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Trapezius

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a byproduct of cellular respiration?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Water

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Energy

Question 27

By which process do oxygen and carbon dioxide move across the respiratory surfaces in the lungs?

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Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Active transport

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Filtration

Question 28

What is the name of the tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange primarily occurs?

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Alveoli

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Bronchi

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Bronchioles

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Larynx

Question 29

Which of these is a common respiratory condition that affects children?

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Asthma

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Hay fever

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Tuberculosis

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Emphysema

Question 30

What is the main function of hemoglobin in respiration?

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Transporting oxygen in the blood

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Removing carbon dioxide from the blood

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Adjusting breathing rate

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Filtering air in the lungs

Question 31

What is the main waste product of respiration?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Glucose

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Water

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a part of the respiratory system?

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Esophagus

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Lungs

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Trachea

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Diaphragm

Question 33

What is the role of the alveoli in the lungs?

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To exchange gases with the blood

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To produce mucus

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To filter air

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To store oxygen

Question 34

What is the essential purpose of respiration?

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To release energy from glucose

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To remove waste products from the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To transport oxygen to cells

Question 35

What is the primary role of the diaphragm in respiration?

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To move air in and out of the lungs

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To filter air before it enters the lungs

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To produce mucus to protect the lungs

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To store oxygen for use by the cells

Question 36

What is the main function of nasal hairs in the respiratory system?

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To trap dust and particles from entering the lungs

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To warm and moisten air before it enters the lungs

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To produce mucus to protect the lungs

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To regulate airflow into the lungs

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a direct product of cellular respiration?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Water

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Energy in the form of ATP

Question 38

Where does gas exchange mainly take place in humans?

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Alveoli in the lungs

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Trachea

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Diaphragm

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Stomach

Question 39

Which of these blood vessels carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

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Bronchi

Question 40

What is the primary role of the diaphragm during respiration?

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To expand and contract the chest cavity

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To filter the air entering the lungs

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To pump blood throughout the body

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To trap and remove mucus

Question 41

Certain bird species can fly at high altitudes where there is less oxygen available. Which specialized respiratory structure helps them maintain oxygen levels during flight?

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Air sacs

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Gills

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Trachea

Question 42

At high altitudes, how does the body adapt to ensure sufficient oxygen in the blood?

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Increased red blood cell production

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Reduced heart rate

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Decreased breathing rate

Question 43

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?

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It separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity, aiding in breathing.

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To pump oxygen throughout the body

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To filter the air we breathe

Question 44

Which of the following is not a role of the trachea in the respiratory system?

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It does not produce surfactant, which reduces surface tension in the lungs.

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It filters dust and bacteria from the air

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It warms and moistens the air we breathe

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It transports air to and from the lungs

Question 45

What is the primary purpose of hemoglobin found in red blood cells?

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To carry oxygen throughout the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To aid in the production of white blood cells

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To capture carbon dioxide for exhalation

Question 46

Which activity is most likely to increase the rate of respiration?

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Participating in intense physical exercise

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Relaxing in a calm environment

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Sleeping peacefully

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Consuming a large meal

Question 47

Which symptom is commonly associated with respiratory distress?

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Experiencing shortness of breath

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Having a rapid heartbeat

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Experiencing nausea

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Feeling dizzy or lightheaded

Question 48

Why is it crucial to maintain a healthy respiratory system?

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It ensures efficient exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, promoting overall well-being.

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It prevents the spread of infectious diseases.

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It helps regulate body temperature.

Question 49

Which of the following is a common respiratory disease?

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Asthma, a condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways

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Diabetes, a condition that affects blood sugar regulation

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Arthritis, a condition that causes joint pain

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Heart disease, a condition that affects the heart and blood vessels