When Inflamed, the ________ Tonsils are Also Known as Adenoids

Question

When inflamed, the ________ tonsils are also known as adenoids.
A)palatine
B)pharyngeal
C)lingual
D)adrenal

Accepted Answer

The pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity, are often referred to as adenoids when they become inflamed. The palatine tonsils are located in the throat and are typically what people refer to when they say they have a "sore throat." The lingual tonsils are located at the base of the tongue, and the adrenal glands are endocrine glands located above the kidneys.