Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 13 - The Respiratory System - Review Questions - Page 488: 16

Answer

Following actions cause nonrespiratory air movement : 1. Coughing : Coughs are the movements to clear the lower respiratory tract. 2. Sneezing : Sneezes clear the upper respiratory passages. 3. Yawning : Yawn means deep inspiration when feeling sleepy. 4. Laughing : It is an expression of happiness. 5. Crying : It is an expression of sadness. 6. Whistling : Whistling means blowing air is a way that produce sound.

Work Step by Step

Breathing means inhaling and exhaling air for respiration process to intake oxygen and expel carbon-di-oxide, whereas above mentioned are non respiratory movements which are not for respiration but have different purposes.
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