Nasal Turbinates
The nasal turbinates are also found on the lateral or side walls of the interior of the nose.
There are three turbinates-inferior, middle and superior turbinate-on each side. The inferior turbinates are most important because they are the largest, have the richest vascular supply and are most exposed to the inhaled air. The turbinates regulate the temperature of inhaled air through alternations int heir own blood supply; their moist mucosa controls the air’s relative humidity.