The trachea, commonly referred to as the windpipe, is a tubular structure extending from the larynx to the bronchi that consists of cartilage rings to provide structural support and prevent airway collapse.

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  The Basics of Anatomy and Physiology: A Beginner's Guide

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• The Basics of Anatomy and Physiology: A Beginner's Guide ausoma.org Ausoma via serper

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• trachea concept
• bronchi concept