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The pharynx, most commonly known as the throat, serves duel purposes. Not only does it move the air into your lungs, but it also moves food into your stomach. About five inches long, the pharynx is separated into three distinct regions, chosen by location and function: the nasopharynx, the oropharynx, and the laryngopharynx
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What is the main airway in the human body?
The trachea is the main airway in the human body. It carries air from the larynx to the bronchi in the lungs, allowing for breathing and gas exchange.
What body parts has the letter x in it?
· appendix · index finger · larynx · pharynx · thorax · xiphoid process
Is the pharynx sterile?
no it is not. the pharynx, stomach, and intestinal tract are not sterile.
Where is the pharynx located on a planarian?
The pharynx in a planarian is located on the ventral side of the body, towards the front end. It is a muscular tube-like structure that extends out of the body to help the planarian feed on prey.
Which body part does a flatworm first use to catch its prey?
A flatworm uses its muscular adhesive organs, called the pharynx, to catch and prey on its food. The pharynx helps the flatworm attach to its prey and consume it.
What role does the pharynx play in the human body?
the role of the pharynx is what helpes people bring down the food
What are three digestive organisms the earthworm the are found in the human body?
heart,esophagus,pharynx
Physically how do humans speak?
Through the larynx (or pharynx, I forget). In a nutshell, the "voice box" of the human body.
List the human body parts beginning with p?
Patella Pelvic Girdle Phalanges Penis Pancrease Pharynx
What is the main airway in the human body?
The trachea is the main airway in the human body. It carries air from the larynx to the bronchi in the lungs, allowing for breathing and gas exchange.
What is the path of an oxygen molecule when it enters the human body?
Nostrils-Pharynx-Trachea(Wind Pipe)-Bronchi-Bronchioles-Alveoli
What makes up the pharynx?
Here's a diagram of the human pharynx: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Illu01_head_neck.jpg
What is the function of a human's pharynx?
The pharynx is a muscular tube which serves as a passageway for both food and air.
What is another name for the pharynx in a humans body?
Throat
What body parts connect to the pharynx?
nose and mouth
Air travels in what order through the human body?
nose, nasal passageway, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchial tubes, bronchioles, air sacs, alveol
What are the three main resonators of the human voice?
the mouth, pharynx and larynx :)
