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I don't think there is a mucus layer on the skin but i knows there is mucus in your stomach and throat. It is to stop dust from entering you (it traps it and then you cough it up) and to stop the hydrochloric acid burning through your stomach wall.
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Why is it important to consider local interests when finding ways to protect local ecosystems?
Several ideas help in coming to a conclusion hence protecting the ecosystem.
In which of the ways does the perspiring help the body to maintain homeostasis?
Sweating is a mechanism by which the body helps maintain body temperature homeostasis.
List ways to protect the natural resources in the Bahamas?
Protection by government body - National Park/Nature Reserve status Private purchase of large areas for similar purpose
Ways to protect the ozone?
In order to protect the ozone layer, we mustAvoid using CFC's.Plant more trees
What are the ways of management of ozone layer?
See "What can we do to protect the ozone layer?"
What can be done to combat the symptoms of the common cold?
Ways to deal with the common cold would consist of getting a lot of rest, staying hydrated, and trying to eliminate as much mucus from the body as possible. Steam baths and hot showers will help loosen mucus. Consistent blowing of your nose will help remove the mucus.
What ways does hair help your body?
keep dirt out of your body.
How do clownfish and help sea anemone?
What are all the ways that a anemone protect the clownfish
What do legumes do for the body?
They help the body asorb minerals and vitamins, which the body uses in many ways.
How does camouflag help a fish survive?
Camouflage can help fish in two ways, to protect them from predators or to sneak attack their prey.
What ways do red cells protect the body?
Red cells do not directly protect the body, as their main and only task is shipping oxygen and carbon dioxide to and from the body parts so they can function. White cells are the ones that do the job of fighting intrudes to the body.
How does mucus that lines your respiratory system help keep you healthy?
The mucus layer protects the respiratory tract by trapping bacteria and dust, not allowing them to enter the body. Mucus filters the air during inhalation and keeps the tissues from becoming too dry.
How do we keep our air ways clean?
we can keep our airways clean by the mucus that can trap bacteria and dust and by cilia that sweeps forward and backwards to remove dust outside the body
What are the ways to preserve and protect your country?
what are the ways to preserve and protect our country?
What two ways spines are useful adaptation for sea urchins?
They protect the sea urchin from predators, help in movement and burrowing, and they help them with camouflage.
How would one protect their kid sister?
There are many ways that someone can protect their kid sister. One of the most common ways is to stop people from bullying her. Another way is to help her talk through any issues she has.
How can body parts help rabbits survive?
Depending on the body part, in quite a few ways... you have to have body partsto survive.
