Nasal lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cilia covering the epithelial lining of the nasal cavity. These microscopic hair-like structures are covered with a sticky mucus (not seen) that traps dust and other inhaled particles. Co-ordinated,wave-like beating of the cilia propels the mucus to the back of the nose (pharynx),where it is swallowed | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Nishinaga, Susumu |
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