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What is the function of the hair in the nostrils?
What is the function of the hair in the nostrils?
The hair traps bacteria and dust particles from incoming air.
What is the role of the nasal passage in the upper respiratory tract?
What is the role of the nasal passage in the upper respiratory tract?
The nasal passage brings the air to body temperature and moistens it before entering the lungs.
Where does the food pipe and wind pipe open in the upper respiratory tract?
Where does the food pipe and wind pipe open in the upper respiratory tract?
In the pharynx.
What is the larynx commonly known as?
What is the larynx commonly known as?
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What structure in the upper respiratory tract is externally visible as the Adam's apple?
What structure in the upper respiratory tract is externally visible as the Adam's apple?
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What is the function of the nasal passage in the upper respiratory tract?
What is the function of the nasal passage in the upper respiratory tract?
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Describe the role of the pharynx in the upper respiratory tract.
Describe the role of the pharynx in the upper respiratory tract.
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Explain the significance of the larynx in the upper respiratory tract.
Explain the significance of the larynx in the upper respiratory tract.
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How does the nose contribute to the respiratory process?
How does the nose contribute to the respiratory process?
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What is the dual function of the pharynx in the upper respiratory tract?
What is the dual function of the pharynx in the upper respiratory tract?
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Discuss the role of the larynx in sound production.
Discuss the role of the larynx in sound production.
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How does the nasal passage prepare air for the lungs?
How does the nasal passage prepare air for the lungs?
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What distinguishes the pharynx from other respiratory organs?
What distinguishes the pharynx from other respiratory organs?
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Explain the relationship between the larynx and the Adam's apple.
Explain the relationship between the larynx and the Adam's apple.
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In what ways does the nasal passage optimize air for lung function?
In what ways does the nasal passage optimize air for lung function?
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