The portion of the pharynx that receives both air and food is the
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It is divided into three parts: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx. The nasopharynx is the upper part of the pharynx that lies behind the nasal cavity and above the soft palate. It receives only air and is not involved in the passage of food. The Show more…
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