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Why is it necessary for the trachea to have rings of cartilage in its walls?

Why is it necessary for the trachea to have rings of cartilage in its walls?
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Why is it necessary for the trachea to have rings of cartilage in its walls?

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Dianak is 100% correct. If the trachea collapses, you would not have the capability to breathe.
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these incomplete cartilaginous rings prevent the trachea from collapsing
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