Understanding the Trachea and Its Histology

What is the primary focus of this tutorial?

• The structure of the brain

• The anatomy of the lungs

• The histology of the trachea

• The function of the heart

What is the trachea commonly known as?

• The windpipe

• The bronchus

• The esophagus

• The voice box

What is the function of the trachealis muscle?

• To filter air

• To connect cartilage rings

• To produce mucus

• To support the lungs

What type of cells line the trachea?

• Squamous epithelial cells

• Cuboidal epithelial cells

• Simple columnar epithelial cells

• Ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelial cells

What does 'pseudostratified' mean in the context of tracheal epithelium?

• Cells are truly stratified

• Cells are randomly arranged

• Cells appear stratified but are not

• Cells are not layered