How Would Tracheal Function Differ from That of Typical Humans

question 81

Multiple Choice

How would tracheal function differ from that of typical humans if the cartilaginous rings were complete rather than C shaped

• A)There would be little, if any, functional difference.
• B)The anterior aspect of the trachea would be unable to distort during passage of a large bolus through the esophagus.
• C)There would not be a trachealis muscle to contract to constantly adjust the diameter of the tracheal lumen.
• D)Resistance to airflow could not be changed by using musculature only.
• E)All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Major Organic Product

The primary product of an organic reaction, generally formed in the greatest amount.

Robinson Annulation

A chemical reaction used to create ring structures in organic chemistry, involving the formation of a six-membered ring by the reaction of a ketone with a methyl vinyl ketone.

Starting Materials

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Cyclopent-2-en-1-one

A cyclic organic compound with the formula C5H6O, featuring a five-carbon ring with a ketone functional group.