The tubular passage for air is the airway. It is a series of hollow tubes that branch off from the nose and mouth and lead to the lungs. This includes the nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles. The airway's primary function is to transport oxygen from the outside environment to the lungs and then to the rest of the body. It also serves to filter, warm, and humidify the air entering the lungs.
The airway is lined with mucus-producing cells and cilia, which work together to trap and remove dust, bacteria, and other foreign particles in the air. The airway is also equipped with muscles and cartilage, which help it stay open and allow air to flow freely.
A meatus is a tubular opening or passage in the body.
The medical term for circular muscle found in tubular structures that regulates the passage of substances is "sphincter." Sphincters act as valves to control the flow of fluids or materials through tubular structures in the body.
An obstruction is altering the route of passage, causing the content of a tubular body part to be blocked or redirected. This can result from various factors such as inflammation, tumors, or physical objects blocking the tube's pathway, leading to a disruption in the normal flow of content through the tubular structure.
Alveoli is an air passage
The tubular cavity within the body is called a lumen. It refers to the inner space of a tubular structure such as a blood vessel or intestine. The lumen allows for the passage of gases, liquids, or other substances within the body.
A tubular channel is a narrow, tube-like structure that allows for the passage of fluids or substances. These channels can be found in various biological systems, such as in cells or in organs like the kidney, where they play a role in transporting molecules or ions. The structure and function of tubular channels can vary depending on their specific location and purpose in the body.
An intake air duct serves as a passage for supplying air to an engine, and includes a first intake air passage, a second intake air passage, an opening-and-closing valve, an interlocking member and a coiled spring. The opening-and-closing valve is disposed swingably in the second intake air passage so as to open and close the second intake air passage
The Oropharynx is the common passage for food and air. Liquid, food, and air all pass through this passage.
Yes, the laryngopharynx is a common passage for both food and air. It serves as the transition point where the respiratory and digestive systems intersect, allowing for the passage of air to the trachea and food to the esophagus.
No, glass bottles with plastic caps are typically sealed tightly to prevent air passage. However, if the caps are not securely tightened, there may be minimal air passage.
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Tubular bells create sound when struck with a mallet. The impact causes the metal tubes to vibrate, producing a clear and resonant tone. The length and thickness of the tubes determine the pitch of the sound created.