Which of the following describes the 'adventitia' of the trachea?
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Correct answer: The outermost connective tissue layer
The adventitia is the peripheral layer of the trachea. It consists of loose connective tissue that anchors the trachea to the esophagus and other structures in the mediastinum.
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