process of getting air into the lungs and getting it back out

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation
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The human body's respiratory system consists of two lungs, bronchi, and bronchioles, trachea, larynx, pharynx, and throat. In addition, the respiratory system comprises respiratory organs, blood arteries, and other accessory organs that aid in inhaling oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide from the body.

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