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Anatomy of the Upper Respiratory System

Question 1 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology B

What is the lower respiratory system?

Answer
A
The organ system containing the nose, throat, and lungs.
B
The passageway by which carbon dioxide exits the body.
C
The passageway by which air enters the lungs.
D
The group of organs and tissues of the respiratory system that reside in the chest.

Explanation

The lower respiratory system includes the airways and organs in the chest, such as the trachea, bronchi, and lungs. The nose and most of the throat belong to the upper respiratory system, so choice A includes structures from both parts. Therefore, the best answer is “the group of organs and tissues of the respiratory system that reside in the chest.”

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