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What is the main function of the bronchial tree?
What is the main function of the bronchial tree?
- To directly move air in and out of the lungs (correct)
- To trap debris and pathogens
- To perform gas exchange
- To provide structure and support to the lungs
What is the role of the carina?
What is the role of the carina?
- To facilitate gas exchange in the alveoli
- To produce mucus to trap debris and pathogens
- To induce violent coughing if a foreign body is present (correct)
- To regulate the flow of air between the two lungs
What is the main function of the respiratory zone?
What is the main function of the respiratory zone?
- To facilitate gas exchange (correct)
- To trap debris and pathogens
- To provide structural support to the lungs
- To move air in and out of the lungs
What is the role of the pulmonary capillaries?
What is the role of the pulmonary capillaries?
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What is the approximate surface area of the lungs?
What is the approximate surface area of the lungs?
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What is the relationship between the left and right lungs?
What is the relationship between the left and right lungs?
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What is the function of the nasal conchae in the respiratory system?
What is the function of the nasal conchae in the respiratory system?
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Which structure ensures that food goes to the esophagus instead of the trachea?
Which structure ensures that food goes to the esophagus instead of the trachea?
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What happens if cold air slows cilia in the nasal passage?
What happens if cold air slows cilia in the nasal passage?
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Which part of the pharynx connects to both Eustachian tubes and should ideally carry only air?
Which part of the pharynx connects to both Eustachian tubes and should ideally carry only air?
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What is the main function of sinuses in the respiratory system?
What is the main function of sinuses in the respiratory system?
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Where are the vocal cords located in relation to the epiglottis?
Where are the vocal cords located in relation to the epiglottis?
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