Trachea Collection (#2)

Trachea, SEM
Trachea. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lining of the trachea (windpipe). The trachea links the larynx (voice box) to the lungs

Lungs and bronchial tree, artwork
Lungs, computer artwork. Both the bronchial tree, the network of airways serving both lungs, and the overall shape of the lungs, is shown here

Skull and neck bones, artwork
Artwork of the skeleton of the head and neck showing the skull (at top) and spinal vertebrae, with the trachea (windpipe, blue)

Cow anatomy, artwork
Cow anatomy. Computer artwork showing the internal anatomy of a domesticated cow (Bos primigenius). Anatomical features shown here include the skeleton, lungs, intestines, bladder

Illustration of closed human vocal fold also known as vocal cord

Illustration showing connection of thyroid gland and pituitary gland to brain of pre-adolescent girl

Cross section illustration of child in profile showing lungs and trachea, exhaling breath from mouth and nose

Digital illustration of human trachea, close-up

Digital cross section illustration of human lung with pollen allergens in trachea and bronchioles ca

Digital cross section illustration of trachea and bronchioles in human lung of asthmatic

Digital cross section illustration of food entering the trachea the wrong way

Digital illustration of avian respiratory system

Illustration of the respiratory system of a songbird, and its trachea, syrinx and lungs

Illustration of person inhaling and exhaling

Cross section biomedical illustration of human lungs

Cross section biomedical illustration of how breathing works - Inhaling

Cross section biomedical illustration of the process of exhaling breath

Cross section biomedical illustration of endoscopy of the nose and throat

Cross section biomedical illustration of mirror laryngoscopy

Cross section biomedical illustration of route of bronchoscope inserted through nose

Cross section biomedical illustration of location of larynx and part of the trachea

Cross section biomedical illustration of human body

Illustration of trachea with lungs, transperancy look

X-ray image of internal organs with large intestine highlighted in red

Human respiratory system

Trachea cross-section showing normal and asthmatic bronchiole
Trachea cross-section showing comparison of normal and asthmatic bronchiole

Anatomy of human respiratory system, front view

Trachea cross-section with lungs showing normal and asthmatic bronchiole
Trachea cross-section with lungs, showing comparison of normal and asthmatic bronchiole

Male body with internal organs

Human respiratory and digestive system
Medical illustration of human respiratory and digestive system

3D rendering of human lungs

Anatomy of a tracheoesophageal fistula

3D rendering of human lungs with respiratory tree and diaphragm

Pulmonary circulation of human heart and lung

Male body standing, with full respiratory system superimposed
Human male body standing, with full respiratory system superimposed

Anatomy of a childs full respiratory system, including mouth and nasal cross section. Other internal organs appear in half tone

X-ray image of internal organs with small intestine highlighted in red

Anatomy of thyroid gland with larynx & cartilage

Anatomy of human lungs in situ

Three dimensional view of human lungs

Front view of human digestive system with lungs

X-ray image of internal organs with lungs highlighted in red

Illustration of trachea with lungs

Medical illustration of the human digestive system; salivary glands, esophagus, oral cavity

Conceptual image of human lungs

Cross section of human respiratory system

Illustration of human thyroid
Medicine: Human anatomy, thyroid. Drawing

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The trachea, also known as the windpipe, is a vital part of our respiratory system. It serves as a pathway for air to travel from the nose and mouth to the lungs. To understand its role better, let's take a look at some diagrams. In one diagram, we can see the intricate network of bronchial tubes that branch out from the trachea into both lungs. This branching structure ensures that oxygen reaches every corner of our lungs efficiently. Another diagram shows us how the heart, lungs, and windpipe are interconnected. The trachea sits right in front of the esophagus and behind the sternum bone, protecting it from any external pressure or damage. Understanding the mechanics of respiration is crucial when studying the trachea's function. A detailed diagram illustrates how inhalation and exhalation occur through this essential tube. Moving on to an illustration of our respiratory system, we can observe various components such as oral cavity, nasal cavity, larynx (voice box), trachea, bronchus (plural: bronchi), and lungs working together harmoniously to ensure proper breathing. Now let's focus on specific aspects related to the trachea itself. An anatomy depiction showcases details about bronchus and bronchial tubes – their structure and location within our body. Considering muscles' involvement in neck movements during respiration is important too; another image highlights these muscles' placement around our neck area. Zooming in further reveals fascinating microscopic views like scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images showing us close-ups of tracheal lining cells – giving us insights into their unique structures responsible for filtering air particles before they reach our delicate lung tissues. Exploring related anatomical features brings us artwork depicting thyroid anatomy since it lies just below where our windpipe splits into two main bronchi leading towards each lung. Let's not forget about other species.