Question

One difference between the pharynx and the larynx is that
A. the pharynx contains the vocal cords, the larynx does not.

B. the pharynx directly connects to the bronchi, the larynx is part of the trachea.

C. only air passes through the pharynx, but both air and food pass through the larynx.

D. the pharynx is above the epiglottis and the larynx is below it.

Answer 1

@Neuronerd

Answer 2

c is incorrect, coz air and food both passes through pharynx.

Answer 3

D seems correct to me!
Because pharynx is posterior to larynx.

Answer 4

Thank you!

Answer 5

@Ryaan is right. The pharynx consists of the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx. This is your upper respiratory cavity where air enters, before it enters the larynx. Take a look, can you identify the larynx, vocal cords, and trachea here? http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a/Illu_pharynx.jpg

Answer 6

Thank you too @Neuronerd