Functional Anatomy of the Upper Respiratory Tract: The Nose
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What is the primary function of the nasal hair in the upper respiratory tract?

  • Olfaction
  • Humidification of inspired air
  • Filtering inspired air (correct)
  • Serving as a resonating chamber

    • Which mechanism is responsible for cleaning and filtering inspired air in the upper respiratory tract?

  • Nasal hair (correct)
  • Resonating chamber
  • Mucus production
  • Olfaction

    • What is the function of the muco-ciliary mechanism in the upper respiratory tract?

  • Olfaction
  • Humidifying inspired air
  • Warming inspired air
  • Filtering and cleaning inspired air (correct)

    • What role does the upper respiratory tract play in preparing inspired air for the lungs?

    <p>Cleaning and humidifying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function does the upper respiratory tract NOT perform?

    <p>Digestion of food particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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