Pharynx

Question 1

Pharynx

Answer 1

1. Nasopharynx (Epipharynx)
2. Oropharynx (Mesopharynx)
3. Laryngopharynx

Question 2

• located behind the nasal cavity
• respiratory function only

Answer 2

Nasopharynx (Epipharynx)

Question 3

• located behind oral cavity proper
• palatine tonsil bounded by palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal fold
• digestive and respiratory function

Answer 3

Oropharynx (Mesopharynx)

Question 4

• located behind larynx
• continuous with the esophagus
• digestive and respiratory function

Answer 4

Laryngopharynx