CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Respiratory System Study Guide
Review the structure and function of the human respiratory system.
University of Kansas Medical Center
University of Kansas Medical Center: Respiratory System
What do you know about the respiratory system? Check out this site to learn more about this fascinating body system. This resource features slides of the different parts of this system.
Other
Introductory Anatomy: Respiratory System
Here, you will find an introduction to the parts and functions of the respiratory system. In addition to learning about how the respiratory system works to keep you healthy, you will also read about problems that impede the breathing...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Lungs and Respiratory System
This article describes the structure and functioning of the lungs and the respiratory system, as well as related diseases.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: The Respiratory System
Provides a basic understanding of the human respiratory system and gaseous exchange.
Other
Respiratory System: How Lungs Work
How do the body's lungs work? Get a brief overview of how our lungs do their job. The explanations are accompanied by diagrams.
Inner Body
Innerbody: Respiratory System: Terminal Bronchi and Alveoli
Detailed description and illustration of the terminal bronchi and alveoli.
National Institutes of Health
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute: What Are the Lungs?
Find excellent information about the human lungs, and how they contribute to the gas exchange process for the body. Inside, find detailed illustrations and a short, narrated animation of the respiratory system at work.
University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba: Respiratory System
This site from the University of Manitoba provides an explanation of the purpose and structure of the respiratory and circulatory systems. Follow the link to the images.
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute Online: Oxygen Delivery System
This site from The Franklin Institute explains the primary function of the respiratory system - to deliver oxygen to all parts of the body (breathing).
McGraw Hill
Online Learning Center: Respiration
This is a very detailed site on breathing/respiration. It covers system organization, mechanics, exchange of gases, and oxygen transport. A very thorough site.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Class Merostomata (Horseshoe Crab)
Find general information about the Merostomata class, which includes horseshoe crabs and the extinct eurypterids. Topics include diet, body charactersitics, and respiratory system.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Respiratory Cycle
This lesson will cover the respiratory cycle by looking at inhalation and exhalation.
Other
Rush University Medical Center: Lung Disease
Defines and describes the three main types of lung disease: airway diseases, lung tissue diseases, and lung circulation diseases. Also includes links to other common lung diseases that provides facts on causes, symptoms, treatment,...
Other
Horseshoe Crab: History and Biology
Resource is filled with lots of information presented in an easy to follow format. Illustrations are excellent.
Other
Canadian Lung Association: Tuberculosis
Provides information about the infectious disease Tuberculosis. Click on the pulldown menu beside the word 'Tuberculosis' to access additional information.
Inner Body
Innerbody: Larynx
Description and illustration of the larynx. Includes feature where you can see the larynx from different perspectives.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: A Detailed Description of the Anatomy of Spiders
Describes anatomical features of a spider, including its external structure, eyes, mouth parts, digestive system, circulatory system, respiratory system, nervous system, reproductive system, and its spinnerets.
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Gas Exchange
From MedlinePlus, a video tutorial featuring information on the gas-exchange process with accompanying text.
Other
Saskatchewan Lung Association: Asthma
Answer your questions about asthma and learn how to manage your asthma through education, environmental controls, and medications.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Arthropoda
This general overview of the arthropod phylum, which includes insects and arachnids, looks at such topics as body symmetry, appendages, movement, respiratory and nervous systems, and reproduction.
Other
Allergy Glossary
If you have allergies, you might encounter terms that you don't fully understand. Use this handy glossary to interpret all the lingo.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Bronchial Tubes
Learn what bronchial tubes are and where they are located in this brief definition by KidsHealth.
Other
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
This resource describes an organization that is involved in studies and treatments of allergies. Research and education are also important parts of this organization.