NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

EMBRYOLOGY

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Tiny hairs that move particles in the nose are called
A
mucus
B
vocal cords
C
cilia
D
flagella
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hairlike structures called cilia line the mucous membrane and move the particles trapped in the mucus out of the nose. Inhaled air is moistened, warmed, and cleansed by the tissue that lines the nasal cavity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cilia are complex structures of the paranasal sinus mucosa in which its function is critical to respiratory defense. Cilia beat in a coordinated manner to clear the paranasal sinus cavities and upper airway of the mucus blanket that contains the pathogens and debris that are continually inspired in normal respiration.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tiny hairs called cilia (pronounced: SIL-ee-uh) protect the nasal passageways and other parts of the respiratory tract, filtering out dust and other particles that enter the nose through the breathed air.

Detailed explanation-4: -Epithelial cells help to protect or enclose organs. Most produce mucus or other secretions. Certain types of epithelial cells have tiny hairs called cilia, which help remove foreign substances.

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