Key Stage 3
Meaning
A bronchus is one of two tubes coming off the trachea and going into the lungs.
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| A diagram showing the bronchi. |
About the Bronchi
- There are two bronchi, one for each lung.
- The bronchi connect each lung to the trachea.
- The bronchi are covered in cartilage to stop them from collapsing.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
A bronchus is one of two tubes coming off the trachea and going into the lungs.