The windpipe, also known as the trachea, is the airway that connects your larynx (voice box) to the bronchi, which are large airways leading to your lungs.
Understanding the Windpipe (Trachea)
Think of the windpipe as the primary pathway for air to travel into and out of your lungs. It's a vital part of your respiratory system.
- Connection: The windpipe extends from the larynx in your neck down into your chest, where it divides into two main bronchi.
- Function: It allows air to pass from your throat to your lungs for oxygen intake and from your lungs back up to your throat to breathe out carbon dioxide.
- Alternative Names: The windpipe is also known as the trachea.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Windpipe | Common name for the trachea |
| Trachea | The airway from the larynx to the bronchi. |
| Larynx | The voice box. |
| Bronchi | The large airways that lead to the lungs. |
