GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Pharynx (Throat) The pharynx, usually called the throat, is part of the respiratory system and digestive system. It carries air, food and fluid down from the nose and mouth. The pharynx is the site of common illnesses, including sore throat and tonsillitis.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are three main divisions of the pharynx: the oral pharynx, the nasal pharynx, and the laryngeal pharynx. The latter two are airways, whereas the oral pharynx is shared by both the respiratory and digestive tracts.

Detailed explanation-3: -The pharynx is part of two body systems (the respiratory system and the digestive system) because it carries both air and food.

Detailed explanation-4: -It serves both the respiratory and digestive systems by receiving air from the nasal cavity and air, food, and water from the oral cavity. Inferiorly, it opens into the larynx and esophagus.

Detailed explanation-5: -Oropharynx, the middle segment which connects to the mouth and lets air, food, and fluid through. Laryngopharynx, also called the hypopharynx, which is the bottom segment near the voice box that regulates the flow of air into the lungs and food and drink into the esophagus.