Question

Given alongside is a portion of the human body showing some important structure in ventral (front) view. [4 MARKS]
(a) Where is this portion located in the body?
(b) Name the structures numbered 1-3.
(c) State one main function of each of the structures named above.
(d) Is there any duct to carry the secretions of the structure numbered 2? If so, give its name.

Answer 1

Each Part: 1 Mark

(a) This portion is located in the neck.

(b) 1) Larynx 2) Thyroid gland 3) Trachea

(c) 1) Function of larynx: Voice generation.
2) Function of the thyroid gland: Secretion of Thyroxine.
3) Function of trachea: Allows passage of air from outside to lungs.

(d) There is no duct to carry the secretions of the thyroid gland.