The respiratory system is made up of several key organs that work together to allow the body to breathe. The trachea carries air from the larynx or voice box down into the lungs. In the lungs, bronchioles and alveoli work to oxygenate the blood and remove carbon dioxide to fuel the body. The diaphragm and chest muscles help drive breathing by expanding and contracting the lungs. This well-organized system is essential for survival as it provides the oxygen needed throughout the body.