A list of major organs that constitute the respiratory system.
Overview
Respiratory System Organs
The organs of the respiratory system are structures responsible for the process from air inhalation to gas exchange and exhalation. Divided into the upper respiratory tract (nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx) and lower respiratory tract (trachea, bronchi, lungs), each performs functions such as filtration, humidification, warming, and gas exchange. Through the coordinated work of these organs, the supply of oxygen essential for life and the removal of carbon dioxide are accomplished.
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| code | slug | name | description | category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | nasal-cavity | Nasal Cavity | The entry organ of the respiratory system that filters, humidifies, and warms incoming air. | Upper Respiratory Tract |
| 02 | pharynx | Pharynx | A common passageway connecting the nasal and oral cavities to the larynx and esophagus. | Upper Respiratory Tract |
| 03 | larynx | Larynx | An organ responsible for airway protection and voice production. | Upper/Lower Respiratory Tract Boundary |
| 04 | trachea | Trachea | An air passage supported by C-shaped cartilaginous rings. | Lower Respiratory Tract |
| 05 | bronchi | Bronchi | Tubes branching from the trachea that distribute air into the lungs. | Lower Respiratory Tract |
| 06 | lungs | Lungs | The primary organs where gas exchange takes place. | Lower Respiratory Tract |
| 07 | alveoli | Alveoli | Small sac-like structures where gas exchange occurs. | Respiratory Zone |
| 08 | diaphragm | Diaphragm | The primary muscle of respiration. | Respiratory Muscle |
| 09 | pleura | Pleura | A membrane enclosing the lungs that secretes lubricating fluid. | Membrane |