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Ciliated epithelial cells

In this clip the structure and function of a ciliated epithelial cell is described. Cilia are tiny hair like structures on the surface of the cell. The hairs sweep hair, mucus, trapped dust and bacteria up to the back of the throat where it can be swallowed.

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Key Stage Three Bitesize Revision28/03/2001

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