My Lungs

by
JoAnn Regruto

Hi boys and girls! Let's find out more information about our lungs.  Answer the questions below to learn more about our wonderful lungs.  Don't forget about the Big Question at the bottom of the page!


Assessed Benchmarks:

  • Understands that living things have specific biological structures that serve different functions in growth, survival and reproduction.


Which lung is larger, the right or the left?

Why is one lung larger than the other?

What other body part protects your lungs?

What is the medical term for windpipe?

What are the tiniest tubes in the lungs called?

What is the medical term for air sacs?

How many air sacs are in your lungs?

Besides your lungs, what other body part lifts up and outward to give your lungs space when you inhale?

What are the tiny hairs in your windpipe called?

What is their purpose?

What are the four parts of your nose?

What is cartilage?

What does your nose do to air once it enters?

Why do we sneeze?

What is photic sneezing

What are the special layers called that cover your lungs?

What does cigarette smoke do to your lungs and body?

What is the best way to keep your lungs healthy?

What is aerobic exercise?

How often should you participate in aerobic exercise?


The Big Question

What do you think the most important function is of your lungs?  Why is it so important to keep our lungs healthy?

 

Assessment:  Use your My Lungs work sheet to write your answers for the questions above.  Be sure to write in complete sentences.  When you have finished put your worksheet in the completed work tray so that I can review and evaluate your work.  I hope you enjoyed learning more about our wonderful lungs!

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created June 27, 2005
JoAnn Regruto

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