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Hello students, in this question we need to explain how a specific component of the respiratory system contributes to its function.
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We also need to select a disorder that affects this system and discuss its cause, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Additionally, we also need to explore how such disorders impact other bodily systems and respiratory tract.
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The respiratory system is composed of several components that work together to facilitate the exchange of gases between the body and the environment.
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One of the most important components of the respiratory system is alveoli which are tiny air sacs that are located at the end of the bronchioles.
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Alveoli are responsible for gas exchange where oxygen from the air is diffused into the bloodstream and carbon dioxide is removed from the body through exhalation.
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One disorder that affects the alveoli is emphysema.
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Emphysema is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder or disease characterized by the destruction of alveolar walls.
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The primary cause of emphysema is smoking which leads to the release of enzymes that break down the connective tissue in the lungs...