The structure that prevents the collapse of the trachea during breathing is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The structure that prevents the collapse of the trachea during breathing is:
A. Smooth muscle
B. Fibrous tissue
C. Ciliated epithelium
D. C-shaped cartilaginous rings
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The tracheal wall contains C-shaped hyaline cartilage rings that keep the airway open, preventing collapse due to negative pressure during inspiration. Smooth muscle and fibrous tissue connect the rings, ciliated epithelium sweeps mucus upward.

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