****Respiratory System
The respiratory system functions in the exchange of gases between the external and internal environments. Major parts of the system include the nasal cavity, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and pulmonary alveoli. Some regions of the respiratory system are specialized for the conduction of gases and other areas function primarily in the exchange of gases. Filtration mechanisms exist in both regions. The function of each part of the respiratory system is reflected in the structure of its wall: the type of epithelium and its apical modifications, intraepithelial and subepithelial glands, cartilaginous rings and plates, smooth muscle and elastic tissue, and the relationship of capillary endothelium to alveolar epithelium. Study the Respiratory system in Slide Box and Respiratory system under EM, briefly answer the question.
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What is the importance of elastin in the respiratory system?
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