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There are two types of muscles associated with the tongue, the intrinsic and the extrinsic. The extrinsic muscles attach the tongue to the skull and anchor it to the throat.

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Which structure helps move food to the pharynx?

The pharynx is the area immediately behind the mouth and nasal cavity before the oesophagus. The tongue is used to push the food towards the back of the throat to initiate the swallowing reflex. Swallowing reflex is initiated by touch receptors in the pharynx as a bolus of food is pushed to the back of the mouth by the tongue. Tongue


What is Pertaining to pharynx and tongue?

Pertaining to the pharynx and tongue involves aspects related to the anatomy and functions of these structures in the human body. The pharynx is a muscular tube that connects the nasal cavity and mouth to the esophagus and larynx, playing a crucial role in swallowing and vocalization. The tongue, a muscular organ in the mouth, is essential for taste, speech, and the manipulation of food during chewing and swallowing. Together, they are integral to the processes of digestion and respiration.


Does the pharynx produce speech?

No, the pharynx is not directly responsible for producing speech. Speech production involves manipulation of airflow by the vocal cords, mouth, and tongue. The pharynx serves as a passageway for both food and air, but it does not actively produce speech sounds.


The middle part of the pharynx is called the?

The middle part of the pharynx is called the oropharynx. It lies behind the oral cavity and extends from the soft palate to the base of the tongue.


Where is the receptors taste are located at?

Most are located on the dorsal surface of the tongue. A few are found on the soft palate, epiglottis, pharynx, and inner surface of the cheeks.