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The function of alveoli is to exchange gases: oxygen is taken into the blood and carbon dioxide leaves the blood by diffusion across the alvoelar wall. If the alveoli were covered with mucus this would reduce the diffusion of gas molecules between the air and the blood. As there is no mucus, there is no need for cilia either, which Cary out the function of moving cilia out of the respiratory system.
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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.
Are there mucous glands in the bronchioles?
No, bronchioles do not contain mucous glands.
Thin hairs attached to the mucous membranes?
cilia
What does cilia do to contaminated mucous?
Cilia push the contaminated mucus out ward. so as to protect your lungs from damage.
Hairlike structures along the surface of mucous membrane?
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.
Why does the pharynx need to have the cilia?
The cilia is supposed to keep the dust particles away from the alveoli. The dust from the air that is inhaled from the mouth is filtered by the cilia in the pharynx.
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.
What isThe thin hair attached to the mucous membrane called?
cilia
Why are the cilia and mucus in the nasal cavity and trachea important?
The combination of cilia and mucous helps to filter out solid particles from the air.
What organ contains mucous and tiny hairs called cilia?
mopes
What is the medical term meaning Thin hairs attached to the mucous membrane lining the respiratory tract?
The medical term for thin hairs attached to the mucous membrane lining the respiratory tract is "cilia." Cilia help to move mucus and foreign particles out of the airways to keep the respiratory system healthy and functioning properly.
