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Yes, because the nostril's hairs filter the air before it can go into the esophagus. The hairs capture the mucus and keep it so that the lungs dont get full of mucus.
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What part of the respiratory tract is the Adams apple a part of?
I believe it is a part of your larynx (voice box)
What body systems does the larynx belong?
The larynx, also known as the voice box, is part of the respiratory and vocal systems. It is primarily responsible for producing sound and protecting the airway during swallowing.
How does the larynx work with other organ to keep your body healthy?
The Larnyx is a part of the Respiratory System, so it helps you breath and speak. The Larnyx is also called 'the voice box'. The Larynx is a very important part of your body :)
Does the respiratory system contain the lungs?
The respiratory system does contain the lungs because the respiratory system deals with breathing. Of course. Oxygen, anaerobic exercises, swimming, singing, can't you imagine??
Which body parts are in the Respiratory System?
i think by body parts you mean organs, the nose, mouth, trachea, larynx(voice box i think), lungs
Are tonsils considered an organ?
Your throat is not an organ. The throat contains the larynx and pharynx organs. The larynx, commonly known as the voice box, is part of your respiratory system. The pharynx behind the mouth and nasal cavity and above the larynx and esophagus.
What are the parts of speech mechanism?
Parts of speech refer to the different categories of words in a language, such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections. Understanding these categories helps to identify the role that each word plays in a sentence and to create clear and meaningful communication.
What is the function larynx?
The part of the respiratory tract between the pharynx and the trachea, having walls of cartilage and muscle and containing the vocal cords enveloped in folds of mucous membrane.the voice box in which contains the vocal cords in the neck
What other organs are part of the respiratory system then esophagus?
The human respiratory system consists of the nasal cavity, throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx), windpipe (trachea), bronchi, and lungs. Air is taken in through the mouth and the nasal cavity. The nasal passages are covered by thick mucus membranes that contain tiny hairlike projections known as cilia.
What system is windpipe is?
The trachea, a tube-like portion of the respiratory (breathing) tract that connects the larynx (the voice box) with the lungs. The trachea is the medical term for wind pipe.
What system is windpipe from?
The trachea, a tube-like portion of the respiratory (breathing) tract that connects the larynx (the voice box) with the lungs. The trachea is the medical term for wind pipe.
What are three organs in your respiratory stystem?
nasal cavity, throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx)
