What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Practice Questions

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
  1. To circulate blood
  2. To exchange gases
  3. To digest food
  4. To regulate temperature

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
  • Step 1: Understand that the respiratory system is a group of organs in the body.
  • Step 2: Know that the main job of these organs is to help us breathe.
  • Step 3: Realize that when we breathe in, we take in oxygen from the air.
  • Step 4: Understand that our body uses this oxygen for energy.
  • Step 5: Know that when we breathe out, we release carbon dioxide, which is a waste product.
  • Step 6: Conclude that the primary function of the respiratory system is to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide between our body and the environment.
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