Biology Chapter 13: Respiration and Excretion

Vocabulary Words
Objectives
13:1  The Role of Respiration
page 264
respiratory system
Define the role of the respiratory system.
Explain why cells need oxygen and give off carbon dioxide.
Compare the respiratory system of  different animals.
13:2  Human Respiratory System
page 267
epiglottis
trachea
bronchi
alveoli
diaphragm                
lungs:
Give the function of the different parts of the respiratory system.
Compare the pathways of gases as they enter and leave the body.
Sequence the movement of the diaphragm and ribcage during the breathing process.
13:3  Problems of the Respiratory System
page 272
carbon monoxide
pneumonia
emphysema
Relate the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to avoid the gas.
Explain the cause of pneumonia.
Describe emphysema.
13:4   The Role of Excretion
page 274
excretory system
urea
ureter
urinary bladder
uretha
nephron
urine
Discuss the importance of the excretory system.
Sequence the steps for filtering the blood in a kidney.
Describe the skin as part of the excretory system.