Asked by Keller Dingman on Sep 24, 2024
What is the tube-like structure that connects the hypopharynx to the stomach?
A) Esophagus
B) Oropharynx
C) Epiglottis
D) Trachea
Hypopharynx
The lower part of the pharynx (throat) that lies just above the esophagus and larynx, important in the process of swallowing.
Tube-Like Structure
A hollow, cylindrical organ or formation in an organism that allows for the passage of substances.
Esophagus
The part of the alimentary canal that connects the throat to the stomach.
- Illustrate the steps and pathways involved in the digestive process, starting with food intake and culminating in waste excretion.
Learning Objectives
- Illustrate the steps and pathways involved in the digestive process, starting with food intake and culminating in waste excretion.