What Prevents the Trachea from Collapsing

question 129

Multiple Choice

What prevents the trachea from collapsing?

• A) The internal air pressure within the trachea
• B) The surrounding muscles
• C) The internal epithelium
• D) The C-shaped cartilaginous rings

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