Question

Which of these statements is false regarding trachea?

(a) Some cells show ciliary movement

(b) Foreign particles are directed towards the throat

(c) The inner lining is made of pseudostratified columnar epithelium

(d) Ciliated epithelium direct dust away from the bronchi

This question was addressed to me in an interview.

This question is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) The inner lining is made of pseudostratified columnar epithelium

Explanation: The inner lining of the trachea is made of ciliated epithelium. the ciliated epithelia show ciliary movement. This movement helps in directing dust and various foreign particles away from the lungs.