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Respiratory System

Respiratory System

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The respiratory system is responsible for bringing oxygen into the body and removing carbon dioxide. It includes:
- Nose and mouth
- Trachea (windpipe)
- Bronchi and bronchioles
- Lungs
- Diaphragm
Functions:
- Breathing (inhalation and exhalation)
- Gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide)
- Regulating pH levels
Common issues:
- Asthma
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Pneumonia
- Lung cancer
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