The conchae
A) divide the nasal cavity into a right and a left side.
B) provide an opening into the pharynx.
C) provide a increase in surface area for the sense of smell.
D) create turbulence in the air to trap particulate matter in mucus.
E) provide an opening to paranasal sinuses.

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The conchae (also known as turbinates) create turbulence in the airflow, which helps to trap particulate matter in the mucus that lines the nasal cavity. This is an important part of the body's defense against inhaled pathogens and particulate matter. Choices A, B, C, and E are all incorrect because they do not accurately describe the function of the conchae.

The Conchae