What is the function of the cilia in the trachea and bronchi? a. to sweep air into and out of the lungs b. to increase the surface area for gas exchange c. to dislodge food that may have slipped past the epiglottis d. to sweep mucus with trapped particles up and out of the respiratory tract
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Cilia do not play a role in sweeping air into and out of the lungs; this is primarily the function of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles. b. Cilia do not increase the surface area for gas exchange; this is the function of the alveoli in the lungs. c. Cilia do Show more…
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