Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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Author: Gerard J Tortora, Bryan Derrickson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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What are the functions of the three subdivisions of the pharynx.
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- Which of these statements about the pharynx is true? a. It extends from the nasal and oral cavities superiorly to the esophagus anteriorly. b. The oropharynx is continuous superiorly with the nasopharynx. c. The nasopharynx is involved in digestion. d. The laryngopharynx is composed partially of cartilage.arrow_forwardWhat actions prevent the pharynx from forcing food back intothe mouth or nose?arrow_forwardName the three regions of the pharynx. With what otherstructures does each part communicate?arrow_forward
- The structure that prevents the entry of liquids or solid food into the respiratory passageways during swallowing is the, (a) glottis. (b) arytenoid cartilage. (c) epiglottis. (d) thyroid cartilage.arrow_forwardThe pharynx is a passageway for which two body systems?arrow_forwardduring the expiration in Necturus, how is air moved out of the lungs and into the oropharyngeal cavity?Briefly explainarrow_forward
- What process is occurring when the soft palate and larynx elevate and the glottis closes?arrow_forwardHow does the Diaphrgan facilitate breathing? a.) To breathe in, the diaphragam moves caudally to decrease the volume of the thoracic cavity. b.) To breathe in, the diaphragam moves cranially to increase the volume of the thoracic cavity. c.) To breathe in, the diaphragam moves caudally to increase the volume of the thoracic cavity. d.) To breathe in, the diaphragam moves cranially to decrease the volume of the thoracic cavity.arrow_forwardThe larynx prevents food from entering the lower respiratory tract which includes the pharynx. is this statement true?arrow_forward
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