alleryWhat else do conducting airways do besides humidifying air?
AAbsorb O2 into blood
BBring air to body heat
CMake the air dry
DRemove carbon dioxide
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Bring air to body heat
As air passes along the conducting airways it is warmed or cooled to body temperature before reaching the alveoli.
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