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Why are the bronchi and bronchioles together called the conducting zone?

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Functionally, the respiratory system is separated into a conducting zone and respiratory zone. conducting zone consists of the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles. These structures form a continuous passageway for air to move in and out of the lungs.

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