Discuss why the C-shaped rings of cartilage in the submucosa of the trachea are appropriate to their function

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The C-shaped rings of cartilage are rigid enough to provide support to the trachea and keep it open (patent). These rings are also flexible enough to provide for changes in diameter of the trachea. Since the rings do not enclose the posterior surface of the trachea, the esophagus is capable of expanding into the posterior trachea during swallowing.

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