Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?
A)Allowing carbon dioxide to leave the blood and enter the air
B)Making speech and other sound possible
C)Allowing swallowing of saliva and other oral fluids
D)Olfaction
E)Protecting against foreign bodies and some microorganisms

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Swallowing is a function of the digestive system, not the respiratory system. The other options (A, B, D, E) are all functions of the respiratory system.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of the Respiratory