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Which part of the oral cavity is responsible for forming the outer boundary?
Which part of the oral cavity is responsible for forming the outer boundary?
- Tongue
- Palate
- Cheeks
- Lips (correct)
What is the function of the soft palate in the oral cavity?
What is the function of the soft palate in the oral cavity?
- Produce saliva
- Aid in swallowing (correct)
- Assist in speech
- Manipulate food
Which of these is not a major structure within the oral cavity?
Which of these is not a major structure within the oral cavity?
- Teeth
- Tongue
- Esophagus (correct)
- Salivary Glands
Where is the nasopharynx located?
Where is the nasopharynx located?
What is the main function of the pharynx in the digestive system?
What is the main function of the pharynx in the digestive system?
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Lips
Lips
Forms the outer boundary of the oral cavity.
Soft palate
Soft palate
It aids in swallowing food.
Pharynx
Pharynx
Connects the oral cavity to the esophagus.
Nasopharynx
Nasopharynx
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Pharynx Function
Pharynx Function
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