The nasal cavity refers to the interior of the nose. The nostrils are the exterior opening of the nasal cavity and the entry point for inspired air into the respiratory system. Inspired air passes through the nasal passage and enters other organs of the respiratory system via the pharynx, or the upper section of the throat. The nasal cavity also house the olfactory system which regulates smell sensations. It is lined by the nasal mucosa.
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