Mucus plays an important role in cleansing inhaled air.It is produced by __________ of the respiratory tract.
A) squamous alveolar cells
B) great alveolar cells
C) the pleurae
D) ciliated cells
E) goblet cells

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Mucus is produced by goblet cells throughout the respiratory tract. The mucus traps foreign particles and bacteria that are inhaled, and the cilia of the respiratory tract beat in a coordinated way to move the mucus up and out of the respiratory system, effectively clearing it of potential pathogens.

Mucus Plays an Important Role in Cleansing Inhaled Air