Which Statement is NOT True of the Nasal Mucosa

Question

Which statement is NOT true of the nasal mucosa?
A)It warms the inhaled air.
B)The cilia sweep mucus and pathogens out of the nose.
C)It adds moisture to the inhaled air.
D)Its surface area is increased by the conchae.

Accepted Answer

The statement "The cilia sweep mucus and pathogens out of the nose" is actually true of the nasal mucosa, so option B is not the correct answer. Options A, C, and D are all true statements about the nasal mucosa.