Question

Which of the following functions is associated with the nose?

A. initiating the inspiration reflex
B. external respiration
C. gas exchange
D. monitoring the pH of incoming air
E. warming the air and producing mucus to trap debris from the air

Answer 1

The function associated with the nose is warming the air and producing mucus to trap debris from the air.

Step-by-step explanation:

The function associated with the nose is warming the air and producing mucus to trap debris from the air. When air enters the nasal cavity, it is warmed to body temperature and humidified by moisture from mucous membranes. This helps equilibrate the air to body conditions and reduces damage that cold, dry air can cause. Additionally, particulate matter in the air is removed in the nasal passages by mucus and cilia.