Question

multiple choice question
before food enters the esophagus, it passes through the lowermost portion of the pharynx, called the

laryngopharynx
nasopharynx
oropharynx

Explanation:

The pharynx has three parts. The nasopharynx is related to the nasal cavity and is not the lowest part. The oropharynx is related to the oral cavity. The laryngopharynx is the lowermost part of the pharynx and is the passageway for food before it enters the esophagus.

Answer:

laryngopharynx