Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-One of a pair of masses of lymphatic tissue in the oropharynx
A)glottis
B)hilum of the lung
C)inspiration
D)larynx
E)lobe of the lung
F)mediastinum
G)nares
H)palatine tonsil
I)paranasal sinus
J)pharynx

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-One of a pair of masses of lymphatic tissue in the oropharynx
A)glottis
B)hilum of the lung
C)inspiration
D)larynx
E)lobe of the lung
F)mediastinum
G)nares
H)palatine tonsil
I)paranasal sinus
J)pharynx

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The palatine tonsil is one of a pair of masses of lymphatic tissue in the oropharynx.

Answer: J 
 The pharynx is the tube-like structure that connects the nasal cavity and mouth to the larynx and esophagus.

Answer: A 
 The glottis is the opening to the trachea in the larynx.

Answer: D 
 The larynx is the structure commonly known as the voice box and plays a role in speaking and breathing.

Answer: E 
 A lobe of the lung is a division of the lung separated by fissures.

Answer: F 
 The mediastinum is the central region of the thoracic cavity and contains the heart, major blood vessels, and other organs.

Answer: G 
 The nares are the nostrils.

Answer: I 
 A paranasal sinus is a hollow space in the skull that is connected to the nasal cavity.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings