Question
Biology Question on the molecular basis of inheritance
The path that leads from the throat to the lungs is known as:
A
(A) Trachea
B
(B) Esophagus
C
(C) Epiglottis
D
(D) Larynx
Answer
(A) Trachea
Explanation
Solution
Explanation:
The path that leads from the throat to the lungs is known as trachea.Trachea:The trachea is the windpipe that extends from the throat to the lungs.In order to prevent its collapsing after each breathing exercise, it is provided with the C-shaped cartilaginous rings all along the length.These rings hold on to the walls of the trachea and prevent the walls from obstructing the lumen after inhalation and exhalation.Hence, the correct option is (A).