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tracheae

/ˈtreɪkiːiː/ /ˈtreɪkiːˌaɪ/

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noun

Tráquea

A thin-walled, cartilaginous tube connecting the larynx to the bronchi; the windpipe.

Examples :

"The doctor examined the patient's tracheae to ensure they were clear and unobstructed for breathing. "

El médico examinó la tráquea del paciente para asegurar que estuviera despejada y sin obstrucciones para respirar.

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noun

Traqueidas

Examples :

"The plant's tracheae transport water from the roots to the leaves. "

Las traqueidas de la planta transportan agua de las raíces a las hojas.

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noun

Tráqueas

One of the cuticle-lined primary tubes in the respiratory system of an insect, which extend throughout its body.

Examples :

"The entomologist showed us a magnified diagram of a grasshopper, pointing out the intricate network of tracheae that carry oxygen throughout its body. "

El entomólogo nos mostró un diagrama ampliado de un saltamontes, señalando la intrincada red de tráqueas que transportan oxígeno por todo su cuerpo.

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