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breathing
Subject:
Life Sciences

mechanical process whereby air enters and leaves the lungs.

bronchiole
Subject:
Life Sciences

small tube that carries air inside of the lungs of vertebrates.

bronchitis
Subject:
Life Sciences

inflammation of the lining of the bronchi and bronchiole causing them to become clogged with...

bronchus
Subject:
Life Sciences

a tube that carries air into the lungs.

browsing
Subject:
Life Sciences

to feed on soft green plants.

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