Asked by Justin Smith on May 27, 2024
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Which of these is NOT one of the three regions of the pharynx?
A) laryngopharynx
B) oropharynx
C) nasopharynx
D) tracheopharynx
Laryngopharynx
The lower part of the pharynx just below the oropharynx and nasopharynx and above the esophagus and larynx, involved in both respiration and digestion.
Oropharynx
A part of the pharynx located between the soft palate and the upper edge of the epiglottis, involved in swallowing and speech.
Nasopharynx
The upper part of the throat located behind the nose, connecting the nasal cavity to the mouth and larynx.
- Identify the various parts of the pharynx and distinguish which are not part of it.
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Eddie CortezMay 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
There is no such region as tracheopharynx. The three regions of the pharynx are the nasopharynx, the oropharynx, and the laryngopharynx.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the various parts of the pharynx and distinguish which are not part of it.