Understanding the Trachea Anatomy

What is the primary function of the trachea in the human body?

• To digest food

• To transport air to the lungs

• To pump blood

• To filter waste from the blood

Which structure prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing?

• Larynx

• Epiglottis

• Cilia

• Alveoli

What is the role of cilia in the trachea?

• To produce sound

• To move mucus and trapped particles out of the trachea

• To absorb oxygen

• To support the trachea structurally

The trachea is commonly known as the:

• Windpipe

• Food pipe

• Voice box

• Diaphragm

Where is the trachea located in relation to the larynx?

• Above the larynx

• Below the larynx

• To the side of the larynx

• Inside the larynx

What is the main structural component of the trachea that keeps it open?

• Bone

• Cartilage rings

• Muscle tissue

• Fat tissue

Which of the following is NOT a function of the trachea?

• Filtering air

• Producing sound

• Humidifying air

• Warming air

What happens if the trachea is blocked?

• Breathing becomes difficult or impossible

• Digestion stops

• Blood circulation increases

• Heart rate decreases

The trachea splits into two tubes called:

• Bronchi

• Alveoli

• Capillaries

• Veins

Which of the following best describes the texture of the trachea's inner lining?

• Smooth and dry

• Rough and dry

• Smooth and moist

• Rough and moist