what are conchae or turbinates and what function do they do for breathing?
Nasal Conchae (Nasal Turbinates) Another function of the nasal conchae is channeling the air entering the respiratory system to go through the mucous membrane and cilia to be filtered and warmed up properly [12]. The inferior conchae are primarily responsible for the above functions while the middle conchae create a protective shield over the sinuses. Nasal concha Illustration of Upper Respiratory System. In anatomy, a nasal concha (/ËkÉnkÉ/), plural conchae (/ËkÉnki/), also called a turbinate or turbinal, is a long, narrow, curled shelf of bone that protrudes into the breathing passage of the nose in humans and various animals.