9 Questions
Which structure helps to increase the surface area for air to come into contact with the mucous membrane in the nasal cavity?
Conchae
What serves as the inlet for air to enter the nasal cavity?
Nostrils
What serves as the outlet for air to leave the nasal cavity and enter the respiratory system?
Pharynx
What divides the nasal cavity into two halves?
Nasal septum
Which part of the throat serves as the outlet for air to leave the nasal cavity and enter the respiratory system?
Nasopharynx
What helps to create turbulence in the airflow of the nasal cavity, allowing for better air conditioning and filtration?
Conchae
Which structure in the nasal cavity is lined with a mucous membrane that helps to warm, moisten, and filter the air?
Conchae
What communicates with the nasal cavity among other structures in the head and neck?
Paranasal sinuses
What structures help to increase the surface area in the nasal cavity for air conditioning and filtration?
Conchae
Test your knowledge on the inlet, outlet, walls, structure, and communications of the nasal cavity, which is vital for breathing and smelling. Understand the key aspects such as its connection to the external environment through the nostrils and its outlet to the pharynx.
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