26.. Why is diaphragm important to the process of breathing? a. It helps air to be taken in and rushed out of the lungs? b. It helps to control air movement c. c. It helps to spread air throughout the lungs d. It helps purify the air 27. Rosy is asked to describe the lungs. If you are her, how will you describe the lungs? A. triangular ringed cage called the Adam's apple B. leaf like plate of flexible cartilage C. sponge like, cone shaped organ D. cartilage ring 28. If you are asked to describe trachea, which of the following is it? A. a tube composed of cartilage rig B. sponge like, cone shaped organs C. two tubes ending in a tiny chamber D. All of these 29. Based on your studies about alveoli, how do they work? A. the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide happens here B. filters and purifies air C. enables air to pass through D. All of these. 30. Marina is asked to describe the function of bronchioles. If you are her, what will be your answer? A. allows for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide B. enables air to enter C. enables air to pass through D. protects the lungs