The Subdivisions of the Lung from Largest to Smallest Are

question 77

Short Answer

The subdivisions of the lung from largest to smallest are the lobe, the segment, the ________, the alveolus.

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Definitions:

Vasodilate

The expansion of blood vessels that lowers blood pressure and enhances the flow of blood.

Sarcoplasmic Reticulum

A specialized type of smooth endoplasmic reticulum found in muscle cells, which stores and releases calcium ions to trigger muscle contraction.

Skeletal Muscle

A type of striated muscle tissue attached to bones, responsible for voluntary movements of the body.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle tissue which is not under voluntary control, found in the walls of internal organs such as the digestive tract, blood vessels, and the bladder.