spectra questions quiz 2

Which cartilages shape the nostrils?

major alar cartilage

True or False: The nasal bone is a paired bone.

True

What structure separates the right from the left nasal cavity?

Vomer

What are the function(s) of the nasal bones?

structural support and protection

What structure elevates during swallowing to block off the nasal passage?

soft palate muscle

Which structure is directly involved in the immune system?

palatine tonsil

Which structure provides mucosal protection from infection to the pharyngotympanic tube?

Torus

Which structure serves a role in both speech production and gag reflex?

uvula

Which nasal concha is an independent bone?

inferior nasal concha

What nasal meatus drains the nasolacrimal duct?

inferior nasal meatus

Which meatus communicates with the posterior ethmoidal sinuses?

superior nasal meatus

Where does the frontal sinus drain?

middle nasal meatus

The maxillary sinus can be seen on a panoramic radiograph. Which teeth are MOST LIKELY to have roots extend into the maxillary sinus

maxillary molars

Which of the following is the most posterior sinus?

sphenoid sinus

Which of the following is NOT a main function of the sinuses?

air filtration

(nasal association) hair =

vestibule

(nasal association) cilia =

respiratory/sinus

(nasal association) bowman =

olfactory

(nasal association) osteon =

compact

(nasal association) trabeculae =

spongy