PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ALIMENTARY TRACT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the digestive system?
A
esophagus
B
larynx
C
stomach
D
pharynx
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These organs include the mouth, pharynx (throat), esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus. The alimentary tract is part of the digestive system. Also called digestive tract and gastrointestinal tract.

Detailed explanation-2: -The two sub-regions of the pharynx that are shared between the digestive system and respiratory system are the oropharynx and the laryngopharynx. The nasopharynx is not shared with the digestive system because food or water would be going the “wrong way” through the pharynx-superiorly instead of inferiorly.

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