Anatomy of the Pharynx Quiz

Epiglottis is not part of the pharynx.

Pharyngeal tonsils are located in the nasopharynx.

The pharynx functions in swallowing in the digestive system.

Palatine tonsils are found in the oropharynx.

Lingual tonsils are located at the base of the tongue.

Tubal tonsils are located near the opening of the auditory tube.

Superior constrictor forms the posterior wall of the nasopharynx.

Vagus nerve innervates pharyngeal muscles for swallowing.

Cricoid cartilage forms the posterior part of the larynx.

Soft palate separates the nasopharynx from the oropharynx.

Epiglottis covers the laryngeal inlet during swallowing.

Tensor veli palatini forms the anterior wall of the nasopharynx.

Piriform recesses are in the laryngopharynx.

Palatopharyngeus muscle elevates the pharynx during swallowing.

Soft palate marks the division between oropharynx and laryngopharynx.

Inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle originates from the hyoid bone.

Glossopharyngeal nerve innervates the stylopharyngeus muscle.

Superior constrictor muscle forms the inferior wall of the oropharynx.