Which of the Following Does NOT Belong to the Conducting

Question

Which of the following does NOT belong to the conducting zone of the respiratory system?
A)respiratory bronchioles
B)terminal bronchioles
C)bronchi
D)nose
E)pharynx

Accepted Answer

The conducting zone includes all the structures that transport air into and out of the lungs, but do not participate in gas exchange. The respiratory bronchioles are part of the respiratory zone, where gas exchange occurs. The nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and terminal bronchioles all belong to the conducting zone.