Which is the common portion for food and air?

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The common portion for food and air is pharynx. It is a tubular structure located at the back of the mouth. It serves as a common passage for food and air. It is connected both to the oral cavity as well as the nasal passage, thus forming a common passage as shown in the figure.

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