Definitions
- Referring to the thick, sticky substance that is produced in the respiratory system. - Describing the mucus that is coughed up from the throat or lungs. - Talking about the substance that can cause congestion and difficulty breathing.
- Referring to the slimy substance that is produced by the body's mucous membranes. - Describing the fluid that lines the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. - Talking about the substance that helps to protect and lubricate these systems.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are substances produced by the body.
- 2Both are associated with the respiratory system.
- 3Both can cause discomfort or difficulty breathing when excessive.
- 4Both serve a protective function in the body.
- 5Both can be symptoms of an illness or infection.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Phlegm is produced in the respiratory system, while mucus is produced by the body's mucous membranes in various systems.
- 2Consistency: Phlegm is thicker and stickier than mucus, which is slimy and more fluid.
- 3Color: Phlegm is usually yellow or green, while mucus can be clear or white.
- 4Function: Phlegm can indicate an infection or inflammation in the respiratory system, while mucus serves a protective and lubricating function in various systems.
- 5Connotation: Phlegm is often associated with illness or discomfort, while mucus is a natural bodily substance.
Remember this!
Phlegm and mucus are both substances produced by the body, but they differ in location, consistency, color, function, and connotation. Phlegm is a thick, sticky substance produced in the respiratory system that can indicate an infection or inflammation, while mucus is a slimy fluid that serves a protective and lubricating function in various systems of the body.
