TracheaEasyQuestion 9235
Question
The C-shaped cartilaginous rings in the trachea mainly serve to:
- APrevent collapse of the air passageCorrect
- BIncrease haemoglobin formation
- CAbsorb oxygen directly into bone
- DRegulate kidney pressure
Correct answer
Prevent collapse of the air passage
Explanation
Tracheal rings keep the airway patent during breathing.