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Pharynx - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
[[Image:Developing Head.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Developing Head - Copyright RVC]]
[[Image:Developing Head.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Developing Head - Copyright RVC]]
The pharynx is part of both the [[Cardiorespiratory System - Anatomy & Physiology|respiratory]] and [[Alimentary System Overview - Anatomy & Physiology|digestive]] system. Both systems have entrances to the pharynx but they are separated from each other by the [[Soft Palate|soft palate]].
The pharynx is part of both the [[Cardiorespiratory System Overview - Anatomy & Physiology|respiratory]] and [[Alimentary System Overview - Anatomy & Physiology|digestive]] system. Both systems have entrances to the pharynx but they are separated from each other by the [[Soft Palate|soft palate]].
During exercise or during respiratory distress, the mouth can be used as an additional opening of the respiratory system and then the [[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|oropharynx]] also becomes an air-way.
During exercise or during respiratory distress, the mouth can be used as an additional opening of the respiratory system and then the [[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|oropharynx]] also becomes an air-way.