Which of the following structures is involved in the air distribution function of the respiratory system?
A) Trachea
B) Alveoli
C) Bronchi
D) Both a and c above

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Both the trachea and bronchi are involved in the distribution of air in the respiratory system. The trachea is the tube that connects the larynx (voice box) to the bronchi, which then branch off into smaller and smaller airways in the lungs. So, both options A and C are correct. The alveoli, on the other hand, are involved in the respiratory functions of gas exchange between the air and bloodstream.

Which of the Following Structures Is Involved in the Air