Biology, asked by mohdafsarsmart, 1 year ago

what is the function of mucus?


miaryder: it protects the inner lining of stomach from the harmful effects of hcl
mohdafsarsmart: thx
mohdafsarsmart: is that enough
miaryder: I think so
miaryder: there's not much given in ncert about mucus. so I suppose it'll be enough
mohdafsarsmart: ok
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Answered by nithya6755
16

The major function of the mucus is to trap the pathogens and other harmful microbes which are airborne.

The mucus acts as a filter or membrane.

The mucus is generally clear and thin and its major function is to filter the air while inhaling


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Answered by vyshnavireddy
8

it ables the food to flow down easily and mucus in nose helps not to enter dust particles in and maintain a moist condition in nose


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