Question

Match the following
$\begin{array}{cc}\text{Parts of pharynx}& \text{Description}\\ \text{1. Nasopharynx}& \text{i) It is the bottom part of the pharynx and it guides the food and}\\ & \text{air to pass through different passages.}\\ \text{2. Oropharynx}& \text{ii) It is the upper part of the pharynx and is connected}\\ & \text{to the nasal cavity.}\\ \text{3. Laryngopharynx}& \text{iii) It is the middle region of the pharynx and is connected}\\ & \text{to the mouth.}\end{array}$

• A. 1-i, 2-ii, 3-iii
• B. 1-ii, 2-iii, 3-i
• C. 1-iii, 2-ii, 3-i
• D. 1-ii, 2-i, 3-iii

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1-ii, 2-iii, 3-i

The pharynx is a hollow structure lined with moist tissue. It receives air from the nasal passage and also receives air and food from the mouth.
The pharynx can be subdivided into 3 parts: nasopharynx, oropharynx and laryngopharynx.
Nasopharynx- It is the upper part of the pharynx and is connected to the nasal cavity.
Oropharynx-It is the middle region of the pharynx and is connected to the mouth.
Laryngopharynx- It is the bottom part of the pharynx and it guides the food and air to the oesophagus and the larynx, respectively.