Which is the correct sequence of air passage during inhalation? (a) Nostrils larynx pharynx trachea lungs (b) Nasal passage trachea pharynx larynx alveoli (c) larynx nostrils pharynx lungs Nostrils pharynx larynx trachea alveoli
ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Answer is (d) Nostrils ® pharynx ® larynx ® trachea ® alveoli
Explanation:
Air enter respiratory system through nostrils through nostrils, passes to pharynx,larynx, trachea and then to alveoli. After inhalation diaphragm and intercoastal muscles contract along with expansion of thoracic muscles which creates enough space for the air to enter into the lungs.