What is the function of cilia in the respiratory system? to sweep particles to bind oxygen to trigger inhalation to encourage gas exchange

Pingfengafei asked Nov 26, 2022

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What is the function of cilia in the respiratory system?

to sweep particles
to bind oxygen
to trigger inhalation
to encourage gas exchange

Pingfengafei asked Nov 26, 2022

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Answer:

to sweep particles

Step-by-step explanation:

Cilia helps to sweep mucus out of the lungs

Saphire answered Dec 2, 2022

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