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The video explains the nose's crucial role in the respiratory system. It highlights how nasal hairs, or cilia, trap particles like pollen and dust to prevent them from reaching the lungs. Additionally, the video describes the function of turbinates in regulating the temperature of inhaled air, ensuring it is optimal for the lungs.

What is the primary role of the nose in the respiratory system?

• To improve vision

• To enhance hearing

• To perform essential tasks for breathing

• To aid in digestion

What do the nasal hairs, or cilia, primarily do?

• They enhance the sense of smell

• They trap particles like pollen and dust

• They produce mucus

• They help in tasting food

What is the function of turbinates in the nose?

• To improve eyesight

• To enhance taste

• To trap germs and regulate air temperature

• To produce sound

How do turbinates affect the air you breathe?

• They remove oxygen from the air

• They adjust the air's temperature

• They make the air heavier

• They change the air's color

Why is it important for the air to be at the right temperature when it reaches the lungs?

• To enhance the sense of smell

• To prevent lung damage

• To improve blood circulation

• To increase lung size