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Stuctures of the respiratory system lecture 1 - Coggle Diagram
Stuctures of the respiratory system lecture 1
Lower respiratory system
Components
larynx
Trachea
Bronchi
Alveoli
Diaphragm
Protective components
Ciliated mucous membranes
Cilia carries the mucous membrane and trapped contaminants up to pharynx
alveolar macrophages
Enter alveoli and devour microorganisms
Secretory antibodies
Present in tears, saliva, a respiratory mucous to give protection
Microbiome
LRS
microorganisms not present
URS
Colonized by many microorganisms
normal microbiome limits growth and may be opportunistic pathogen
Upper respiratory system
Collects air, filters dust, pollen, microorganisms and other contaminants from the air and delivers to the lower respiratory system
Components
Nose
Nasal cavity
pharynx
Uvula
Antimicrobial chemicals
Ducts from eyes
carry contaminants
Tonsils
have cells and chemical to fight off microbes
mucous
contains microorganisms
defisins
Lactoferrin
lysozyme