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The purpose of the mucus found within the respiratory system is to A. push the cilia away from the lungs. B. lubricate the epiglottis. C. trap particles from the air before they reach the lungs. D. help
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The purpose of the mucus found within the respiratory system is to

A. push the cilia away from the lungs.
B. lubricate the epiglottis.
C. trap particles from the air before they reach the lungs.
D. help move air through the windpipe.

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C.) trap particles from the air before they reach the lungs.
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