Learning anatomy/Throat
Pharynx
editAnatomy
editThe pharynx is made up of the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.
Function
editThe pharynx brings food from the oral cavity to the esophagus. The pharynx also brings air from the nasal and oral cavities to the larynx.
Larynx
editAnatomy
editThe parts of the larynx are the epiglottis, thyroid, cricoid, arytenoids, cuniform, corniculates, infrahyoid, suprahyoid, thyrohyoid membrane, lateral thyrohyoid ligament, quadrangular membrane, cricothyroid ligament complex, and posterior cricoarytenoid ligament.
Function
editThe larynx helps in speech. The larynx moves air from the pharynx to the trachea. The epiglottis prevents food from entering the airway.