Smoking destroys cilia in the respiratory passageways, such as the trachea. Which of the following is a likely consequence of damaged cilia?
A) inflammation and swelling of the tonsils
B) air is not moistened, warmed, or filtered before reaching the lungs
C) inability to propel mucus from the lungs to the throat
D) nasal congestion and postnasal drip
E) inability to produce mucus
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