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Learning anatomy/Nose
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Human nose
Anatomy
The parts of the nose are:
Nasion
Root
Bridge
Ala
Apex
Nostril
Columella
Nasal cavity
Vestibule
Olfactory region
Respiratory region
Function
The air goes inside the nasal cavity. The nasal cavity warms the air and traps dust particles with tiny hairs and mucous. The smell of things in the air is caused by the olfactory tract which sends signals to the brain about the smell.
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