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What is the location and importance of cilia and mucus in the respiratory system.

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Answer:

sorry if its wrong. (not my answer, needed help from a website)

Step-by-step explanation:

Mucus and cilia help filter dust and dirt. Cilia are small, hair-like structures in the nasal passage and trachea. Mucus is also found in the nasal passage and the trachea.

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Answer:

Cilia which are hairs inside the respiratory system are like air filters. Mucus, however, traps smaller particles like pollen and smoke.

Step-by-step explanation:

The cilia provides movement to the mucus so it can be expectorated and traps dirt inhaled in the air.

hope this helps :)

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