The Function of Most Cartilage in the Respiratory Tract Is

question 58

Multiple Choice

The function of most cartilage in the respiratory tract is to:

• A)provide smooth surfaces
• B)lubricate moving parts
• C)support the nasal cavities
• D)keep tubular structures open

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Definitions:

Solvent

A substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution; solvents are often liquids but can also be solid or gas.

Vapor Pressure

The pressure exerted by the vapor of a liquid (or solid) at equilibrium with its condensed phases at a given temperature in a closed system.

Molecular Cause

The specific interactions at the molecular level that lead to a certain outcome or effect, often used in the context of diseases or chemical reactions.

Gas Phase

A state of matter characterized by unconstrained particle motion and no defined shape or volume, typically achieved at higher temperatures and lower pressures.