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Question

Which mechanism describes how the mucociliary escalator functions in the respiratory tract?

Accepted Answer

Cilia beat in a coordinated manner to move mucus and trapped particles towards the pharynx

Answer

Mucus membranes absorb pathogens

Answer

Goblet cells directly destroy pathogens

Answer

Peristalsis pushes mucus upwards