Definition
bronchia
noun
- Plural of bronchium; the smaller branches of the bronchi in the lungs that distribute air to the alveoli.
Usage: Medical/anatomical term; Often used in clinical and scientific contexts
Examples
- The bronchia are the smallest divisions of the bronchial tree.
- Air passes through the bronchia before reaching the alveoli for gas exchange.
- Damage to the bronchia can impair respiratory function.
- The bronchia branch extensively throughout the lung tissue.
- Inflammation of the bronchia is a common symptom of respiratory infections.