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Are the cells that line the bronchi covered with cilia to help move mucous or mucus out of the lungs?
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∙ 17y ago
They move 'mucus' and are cells that make up a 'mucous' membrane. Mucus is a noun, the thing that is secreted, and mucous is an adjective describing the quality of the thing that makes the mucus.
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What sticks to the cilia?
Mucous, made by mucous glands, stick to the cilia of cells that are found in the mucous membranes.
What organ contains mucous and tiny hairs called cilia?
The respiratory system contains mucous and tiny hairs called cilia. These are primarily found in the trachea and bronchi to help remove dust, debris, and pathogens from the airways.
What occurs when the cilia that line your trachea and bronchi?
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How does cigarette smoke effect the mucous layer in bronchioles?
Cigarette smoke irritates cells in the bronchi and this irritation triggers special cells to produce a layer of mucus designed to trap the foreign particles irritating the cells. This layer of mucus is then suppose to be swept away by the Cilia, though the tar found in cigarette smoke slows the action of the cilia. This tar accumulates in the mucus layer, because the cilia are not able to respond due to the presence of this tar. In conclusion, the mucus layer will gradually grow over time because the cilia will not be able to sweep away the accumulated foreign particles.
Thin hairs attached to the mucous membranes?
cilia
Where are the cilia in the respiratory system located?
In the lining of the trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles.
Cells lining the upper respiratory tract are covered in that help sweep materials out of the respitratory system?
Cilia
What is the purpose of the mucous membrane and cilia in the trachea?
Mucous membranes and cilia in the trachea trap and eliminate particulate matter from inhaled air. The membranes also warm and moisten incoming air.
What is the cavity lined with cilia?
The cavity lined with cilia is the respiratory tract, including the nasal passages, trachea, and bronchi. Cilia help to sweep mucus and trapped particles out of the airways, protecting the lungs from harmful substances.
What are bronchi coated with?
The bronchi are located in the lungs and are coated with mucus. They also have cilia which are small hair-like projections on the surface of the bronchi that move the mucus towards the outside of the body.
Is it true that the bronchi branches turn into smaller tubes called cilia?
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Why are cilia in the trachea important?
These are tiny "fingers" which move mucous. The mucous is sticky and traps dust, pollen and other particles. Together the cilia move the mucous out of the lungs. If this didn't happen these things trapped in the mucous would cause damage to the lungs and a person would have breathing difficulties over time.
