As Part of the Respiratory Structures,the Oropharynx and Laryngopharynx

Question

As part of the respiratory structures,the oropharynx and laryngopharynx
A) carry only air.
B) are located distal to the larynx.
C) carry food and water to the esophagus.
D) carry air to respiratory structures distal to the pharynx.

Accepted Answer

The oropharynx and laryngopharynx are part of the digestive system as well as the respiratory system. They carry food and water to the esophagus, not air to the respiratory structures distal to the pharynx.