Nose Parts and Function

What is the main function of the nostrils?

• To filter out dust and particles from the air.

• To produce mucus and keep the nasal passages moist.

• To allow air to enter and exit the nasal passages.

• To help in the sense of smell.

Which part of the nose helps to filter the air we breathe?

• nostrils

• sinuses

• pharynx

• nasal cavity

What is the purpose of the nasal septum?

• To provide structural support for the nose.

• To filter out dust and particles from the air.

• To regulate the flow of air in and out of the nasal cavity.

• To divide the nasal cavity into two separate chambers.

What are the tiny hairs inside the nose called?

• Nostril fibers

• Sinus strands

• Cilia

• Nasal hairs

What is the function of the olfactory receptors in the nose?

• They regulate the production of mucus in the nose.

• They detect and interpret smells.

• They protect the nose from foreign particles.

• They help in the process of breathing.

What is the purpose of the sinuses in the nose?

• The purpose of the sinuses in the nose is to produce mucus, filter and warm the air, and enhance our voices.

• The purpose of the sinuses in the nose is to protect the brain.

• The purpose of the sinuses in the nose is to store excess air.

• The purpose of the sinuses in the nose is to help with balance.

What is the medical term for the sense of smell?

• touch

• olfaction

• taste

• vision

What is the function of the nasal turbinates?

• The function of the nasal turbinates is to produce antibodies.

• The function of the nasal turbinates is to humidify, filter, and warm the air we breathe.

• The function of the nasal turbinates is to cool the air we breathe.

• The function of the nasal turbinates is to produce mucus.

What is the purpose of the mucus in the nose?

• The purpose of the mucus in the nose is to trap and remove foreign particles and to moisturize and warm the air before it reaches the lungs.

• The purpose of the mucus in the nose is to protect the brain from external stimuli.

• The purpose of the mucus in the nose is to provide a pleasant smell.

• The purpose of the mucus in the nose is to make the nose look moist and shiny.

What is the function of the nasal conchae?

• The function of the nasal conchae is to increase the surface area of the nasal passages and help filter, warm, and humidify the air we breathe.

• The function of the nasal conchae is to produce mucus in the nasal passages.

• The function of the nasal conchae is to help with the sense of smell.

• The function of the nasal conchae is to protect the nasal passages from foreign particles.