The purpose of the mucus found within the respiratory system is to A. help move air through the windpipe. B. trap particles from the air before they reach the lungs. C. lubricate the epiglottis. D. push the cilia away from the lungs.

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The purpose of the mucus found within the respiratory system is to A. help move air through the windpipe. B. trap particles from the air before they reach the lungs. C. lubricate the epiglottis. D. push the cilia away from the lungs.
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The question says,' the purpose of the mucus found within the respiratory system is to .............. The correct option is B. The mucus found in the respiratory system function by trapping foreign particles that enter into the lungs especially thorugh the nose during breathing, thus mucus aid in protecting the lungs.