Part 10
Anatomy
The Respiratory System T
he respiratory system is made up of the lungs and all the passageways that are connected with them, including the nose, pharynx (throat), larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe) and bronchial tubes.
THE FUNCTIONS OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM The functions of the respiratory system are: • To provide the body with oxygen via the blood • To remove carbon dioxide from the blood • To remove excess water from the body • To enable the horse to use his sense of smell • To allow the horse to communicate vocally (neighing, snorting and squealing)
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