Question
What is the function of a cilia cell? produce hydrochloric acid waft the mucus to the back of the throat waft the mucus up and out of the nose create a breeze in the nasal passage
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waft the mucus to the back of the throat, waft the mucus up and out of the nose
Explanation
Cilia are present on the surface of many cells and their main functions vary according to their position. In human body, they are present in the respiratory tract including nose lining, where their function is to waft or move the mucus. These microscopic hair-like structures continuously beat back and forth to drive the mucus from the lower respiratory tract upwards to either the back of the throat (then swallowed and sent to the stomach) or out of the nose. This function helps to protect the lungs and keep them clean by removing unwanted particles and microorganisms. However, producing hydrochloric acid or creating a breeze in the nasal passage are not the known functions of a cilium cell.