In a certain group of people, males are more subject to respiratory infections and are sterile. The most likely explanation for this disease is malfunctioning
A) lysosomes.
B) intermediate filaments.
C) actin filaments.
D) rough endoplasmic reticulum.
E) cilia and flagella.

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Cilia and flagella play a key role in the immune response of the respiratory system by moving mucus and pathogens out of the lungs. If cilia and flagella are malfunctioning, this could lead to an increased susceptibility to respiratory infections. Additionally, if the male reproductive system is affected by the same malfunction, it could result in sterility.

In a Certain Group of People, Males Are More Subject