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An overview of the respiratory system from World Book Student online encyclopedia.
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An overview of the respiratory system from the Compton's by Britannica online encyclopedia, available through ProQuest SIRS Discoverer. "Listen" audio feature and easy citation tools.
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Under the Microscope: Breathing - How we use air by Jinny Johnson
-- Provides a wealth of knowledge about the human body, its systems and conditions -- Important information for young people -- Complements school curriculum -- Ideal for research or class use -- Written in accessible, easily understood language Take a look at how each part works to make a whole.
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3 minutes, 6 seconds
Grades 2-6
2007
Featuring peer hosts, colorful graphics, animated sequences and detailed diagrams, this educational, live-action program uses real-world examples to teach children all about the respiratory system, including its parts and function, and how it works together with the circulatory system.
10 minutes, 50 seconds
Grades 4-8
2007
The human body is a machine that is the sum of a number of independent yet interacting systems and sub-systems. Living organisms must take in oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide. The respiratory system is responsible for obtaining the oxygen the body needs and removing the waste carbon dioxide that is created when body cells use the oxygen.
2 minutes, 27 seconds
Grades 5-8
2001
Body systems interact to make the human body the most complex machine ever built. With all the amazing, intricate facets of the body, how do all of the systems work all together? Students will learn about how the circulatory and respiratory systems work with other body systems to allow humans to successfully perform daily activities. Vivid graphics and images illustrate the interrelationship of the body systems. Part of the Schlessinger Science Library in Action Collection.
4 minutes, 13 seconds
Grades 10-12
2009
The human body is a very complex machine. Beneath the skin, there are many things going on that are so important to our everyday needs. These processes are often involuntary and operate during every second of our existence. This program examines the respiratory system and its parts and functions, and demonstrates how they work. The program also explores the contribution and interaction of the systems when we exercise and during rest.
Hank takes us on a trip around the body - we follow the circulatory and respiratory systems as they deliver oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from cells, and help make it possible for our bodies to function. Created by EcoGeek. Produced by Crash Course and Presented by Khan Academy. Click here for transcript.
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Explore the human body like never before! With hundreds of interactive anatomy pictures and descriptions of thousands of objects in the body, InnerBody.com will help you discover what you want to know about human anatomy, right here at your fingertips.
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This interactive website from Scholastic StudyJams! includes informative slides set to a catchy beat as well as vocabulary and a quiz.