This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The beating of the cilia of the respiratory passages in the direction of the pharynx forms a(n) A) ... (Read 90 times)

saliriagwu

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 537
The beating of the cilia of the respiratory passages in the direction of the pharynx forms a(n)
 A) debris filter.
  B) mucus escalator.
  C) respiratory rhythmicity center.
  D) smooth slick surface allowing particles to slide.
  E) increased surface area for gas exchange.

Question 2

An inhaler used to treat airway constriction in asthma or allergy might contain a drug that
 A) activates 1 adrenergic receptors.
  B) activates 2 adrenergic receptors.
  C) activates muscarinic cholinergic receptors.
  D) blocks 2 adrenergic receptors.
  E) activates 2 adrenergic receptors or activates muscarinic cholinergic receptors.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jaygar71

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B





 

Did you know?

Drug abusers experience the following scenario: The pleasure given by their drug (or drugs) of choice is so strong that it is difficult to eradicate even after years of staying away from the substances involved. Certain triggers may cause a drug abuser to relapse. Research shows that long-term drug abuse results in significant changes in brain function that persist long after an individual stops using drugs. It is most important to realize that the same is true of not just illegal substances but alcohol and tobacco as well.

Did you know?

Most fungi that pathogenically affect humans live in soil. If a person is not healthy, has an open wound, or is immunocompromised, a fungal infection can be very aggressive.

Did you know?

Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.

Did you know?

GI conditions that will keep you out of the U.S. armed services include ulcers, varices, fistulas, esophagitis, gastritis, congenital abnormalities, inflammatory bowel disease, enteritis, colitis, proctitis, duodenal diverticula, malabsorption syndromes, hepatitis, cirrhosis, cysts, abscesses, pancreatitis, polyps, certain hemorrhoids, splenomegaly, hernias, recent abdominal surgery, GI bypass or stomach stapling, and artificial GI openings.

Did you know?

Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library