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The human respiratory system is responsible for the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment. Here’s a description of its structure: Nose/Nasal Cavity: The entry point for air, where it is filtered, warmed, and moistened. Hair-like structures called cilia and mucus trap dust, pathogens, and other particles. Mouth: An … Read more
Plants do not need a specialized respiratory system because they have a large surface area relative to their volume, allowing direct gas exchange through stomata, lenticels, and root hairs. Additionally, the slow rate of respiration in plants does not require an extensive oxygen transport system like animals. Related Questions: Name the structure through which the … Read more
The respiratory and circulatory systems work closely together to ensure the delivery of oxygen to tissues and removal of carbon dioxide from the body. The respiratory system brings oxygen into the lungs during inhalation and removes carbon dioxide during exhalation. Oxygen diffuses into the bloodstream, where it binds to hemoglobin in red blood cells. These … Read more