Question

what is ment by pharynx and what is its role​

Answer 1

Pharynx is the part of both digestive system and respiratory system.

It is commonly referred to as the throat

The pharynx acts as a passageway for food on its way to the stomach and for air en route to the lungs. The mucosal epithelium in the pharynx is thicker than elsewhere in the respiratory tract as it has to protect the tissues from any abrasive and chemical trauma caused by food.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:Pharynx is also known as food pipe .

It helps in digestion.