1. decrease weight of front of skull. 2. increase resonance of the voice. 3. insulating dental roots and eyes from rapid temp change. 4. humidifying/heating inhaled air. 5. regulation of intranasal and serum gas pressures. 6. immunological defense.
Kansas City lies in the Midwestern United States, as well as near the geographic center of the country, at the confluence of the longest river in the country, the Missouri River, and the Kansas River (also known as the Kaw River).
Kansas City, Missouri - Basic Facts. The City of Kansas City is the largest city in Missouri with a population of 479,367 as of July 1, 2016. Kansas City ranks in the upper quartile for Population Density and Diversity Index when compared to the other cities, towns and Census Designated Places (CDPs) in Missouri. See peer rankings below.