Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements about bird respiration is true?
22. The Respiratory System
Introduction to Lung Physiology
Multiple Choice
Air inhaled through the nose travels through the divisions of the pharynx in what order?
A
Oropharynx, Nasopharynx, Laryngopharynx
B
Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, Laryngopharynx
C
Nasopharynx, Laryngopharynx, Oropharynx
D
Laryngopharynx, Nasopharynx, Oropharynx
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the anatomy of the pharynx, which is divided into three regions: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.
Recognize that air inhaled through the nose first enters the nasopharynx, which is located behind the nasal cavity.
Next, the air moves into the oropharynx, which is situated behind the oral cavity and serves as a passageway for both air and food.
Finally, the air travels through the laryngopharynx, which is the lower part of the pharynx connecting to the larynx and esophagus.
By following the anatomical pathway, the correct order of air passage through the pharynx is: Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, Laryngopharynx.
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