The Passageway That Functions in Both the Respiratory and Digestive

Question

The passageway that functions in both the respiratory and digestive systems is the
A) nasal cavity
B) pharynx
C) larynx
D) glottis
E) esophagus

Accepted Answer

The pharynx is the passageway that connects the nasal cavity and mouth to the larynx and esophagus. It functions in both the respiratory and digestive systems, as air and food both pass through this structure on their way to their respective destinations.