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What is the function of the epiglottis during breathing?
What is the function of the epiglottis during breathing?
- It produces sound when air passes over it
- It filters out dirt and pollen from the air
- It closes to prevent choking on food
- It stands open to allow air in (correct)
Where does the journey of oxygen begin?
Where does the journey of oxygen begin?
- At the back of the throat in the Farex
- In the nasal passages with the presence of cilia
- When air enters the nose and mouth
- When the brainstem sends a message to the diaphragm (correct)
What is the function of the larynx?
What is the function of the larynx?
- To send a message to the diaphragm
- To make sound when air passes over the vocal cords (correct)
- To filter out dirt and pollen from the air
- To expand the lungs as air enters
What is the role of the nasal passages in the journey of air and oxygen?
What is the role of the nasal passages in the journey of air and oxygen?
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Where does the air travel to from the larynx?
Where does the air travel to from the larynx?
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