<P> Respiratory epithelium is a type of ciliated epithelium found lining most of the respiratory tract , where it serves to moisten and protect the airways . It is not present in the larynx and pharynx . It also functions as a barrier to potential pathogens and foreign particles , preventing infection and tissue injury by the action of mucociliary clearance . </P>
<P> Respiratory epithelium is a type of ciliated epithelium found lining most of the respiratory tract , where it serves to moisten and protect the airways . It is not present in the larynx and pharynx . It also functions as a barrier to potential pathogens and foreign particles , preventing infection and tissue injury by the action of mucociliary clearance . </P>
where are ciliated cells found in the respiratory system
where are ciliated cells found in the respiratory system
lining most of the respiratory tract
lining most of the respiratory tract