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The rings of cartilage present in the throat mainly serve to:

Question
The rings of cartilage present in the throat mainly serve to:
Produce sound
Ensure the air passage does not collapse
Filter dust particles
Produce mucus
Answer
Ensure the air passage does not collapse
Detailed Explanation
The rings of cartilage in the throat ensure that the air passage remains open and does not collapse.
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