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The ciliated epithelium in the lung is located on the inside of the bronchioles. The cilia and the moist surface lining captures dirt or toxins that are inhaled. This is coughed up with some of the moist secretions as mucus in order to cleanse the lungs and keep them clear for gas exchange.

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