During Swallowing, Which Structure Rises

question 24

Multiple Choice

During swallowing, which structure rises?

• A) pharynx
• B) esophagus
• C) trachea
• D) palatine tonsils
• E) primary bronchi

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Tan Silt

Fine-grained sedimentary material with a distinctive tan color, composed of quartz and feldspar, often transported by water or wind.

Sediment

Particles of organic or inorganic matter that accumulate in a loose, unconsolidated form, often transported by water, wind, or ice.

Angular Fragments

Pieces of rock or mineral that have sharp edges, typically resulting from mechanical weathering and indicative of rapid transport or deposition.

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