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The mucous membranes are tissues which excrete a thick moist mixture known as mucous (more colloquially "snot") to protect the underlying tissues from damage. They are found in the sinus cavities, lungs and stomach. The mucous membranes in the respiratory system protect the delicate tissues from dust, bacteria and viruses, but allow the passage of oxygen. The mucous is constantly moved by cilia in the bronchial passages to the throat, where it is either expelled or taken into the stomach.
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