Functions of the Respiratory System
The respiratory system is responsible for providing oxygen to the body and removing carbon dioxide. It also helps to warm, clean, and humidify the air we breathe. The main functions of the respiratory system include:
- Inspiration and expiration
- Exchange of respiratory gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)
- Warming, cleaning, and humidifying air
- Aiding olfaction and phonation
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