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Microorganisms removed from incoming air by sticky mucus are most likely to be destroyed by?
being enveloped in additional mucus and swallowed into the stomach, where they are exposed to acidic digestive juices that can destroy them.
Microorganisms removed from incoming air by the sticky mucus of the respiratory tract are most likely destroyed by?
the action od cillia
What is mucus?
Mucus is a slimy substance produced by mucous membranes in the body. It helps protect and lubricate the body's tissues, particularly in the respiratory and digestive tracts. Mucus also helps trap dust, bacteria, and other particles to prevent them from entering the body.
How can the cells in the stomache make HLC and not be destroyed?
The cells in the stomach have a protective layer to prevent self-digestion by the hydrochloric acid (HCl) they produce. This layer includes mucus secretions that help create a barrier between the acid and the cells. Additionally, the cells have mechanisms to regulate the acidity of the stomach environment to prevent damage.
What is the correct spelling for mucus?
The correct spelling is "mucus."
How do you use mucus in a sentence?
mucus- mucus in the lungs makes breathing difficult
What is the difference between mucus and mucous?
The word "mucus" is used with mucus membrane; mucus membrane secretes mucous.
What part of speech is the word mucus?
The word "mucus" is a noun.
What is the scientific name for mucus?
The scientific name for mucus is "sputum" when referring to mucus from the respiratory tract, and "phlegm" when referring to mucus from the throat or lungs.
What does the esophagus secrete?
mucus
What happen to bits of dirt and bacteria that get caught in the mucus?
Bits of dirt and bacteria that get caught in mucus are usually moved by cilia towards the throat where they can be swallowed and passed through the digestive system. In the digestive system, the bacteria are destroyed by stomach acid and enzymes, while the dirt is expelled from the body through feces.
What traps dust in respiratory system?
mucus!!!!!!mucus trap the dirt in the trachea!
