Which part of the pharynx is NOT involved with food transport?
A) Nasopharynx
B) Oropharynx
C) Laryngopharynx

Name: Which part of the pharynx is NOT involved with food transport? A) Nasopharynx B) Oropharynx C) Laryngopharynx
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The nasopharynx is involved in respiration and is located above the soft palate, thus it does not participate in food transport. The oropharynx and laryngopharynx are involved in the passage of food from the mouth to the esophagus.

Which Part of the Pharynx Is NOT Involved with Food