The Superior Region of the Pharynx is Called The

Question

The superior region of the pharynx is called the
A) nasal cavity.
B) nasopharynx.
C) oropharynx.
D) laryngopharynx.
E) superior nasal conchae.

Accepted Answer

The nasopharynx is the superior region of the pharynx, located behind the nasal cavity. The oropharynx and laryngopharynx are inferior regions of the pharynx, while the superior nasal conchae are part of the nasal cavity.