The nose serves as a sophisticated built-in air filtration system that protects the lungs through multiple mechanisms: nasal hairs and sticky mucus capture dust, pollen, and other particles, while tiny hair-like structures called cilia sweep trapped debris toward the throat for removal; additionally, the nose warms and humidifies incoming air before it reaches the delicate lung tissues, making it one of the body's first lines of respiratory defense.
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Your nose is more than a breathing tube...
Added:Every breath brings [music] thousands of particles into your nose, but most never reach your lungs.
Your nose is equipped with a natural filtration system.
Nasal hairs and sticky mucus work together to capture unwanted invaders.
>> Tiny hair-like structures called cilia constantly sweep trapped particles away before they can settle in the airways.
Thanks to this built-in defense system, your nose filters, warms, and humidifies the air you breathe, protecting your lungs with every single breath.
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