Respuesta :
Let's match the structures to their functions:
1. Nostrils - Allow air to enter the respiratory tract via two cavities lined with respiratory mucosa.
2. Paranasal Sinuses - Assist in the production of mucus for the respiratory tract. Aid in the transmission of sound.
3. Larynx - Also called the voice box. With the onset of puberty, its growth often results in a prominent Adam's apple and a deeper voice in males.
4. Thyroid Cartilage - Lies in the front of the neck. It is made up of many small cartilage pieces, including the cricoid cartilage, arytenoid cartilage, and epiglottis.
5. Vocal Cords - Mucous membrane with two folds and accordion-like edges. Vibration produced as air flows across makes sound.
6. Pharynx - Sits behind the nose, mouth, and larynx. Can be divided into 3 separate parts: nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx. It is responsible for taste.
7. Nasopharynx - Located just above the soft palate behind the nose. The mucous membrane is continuous with the lining of the nose and is lined with cilia.
8. Oropharynx - Sits behind the mouth and connects with the soft palate to form a fold on each side. The type of tissue that forms this structure is strong and maintains structural integrity.
So, based on the descriptions, the matches are as follows:
1. Nostrils - 1
2. Paranasal Sinuses - 2
3. Larynx - 3
4. Thyroid Cartilage - 4
5. Vocal Cords - 5
6. Pharynx - 6
7. Nasopharynx - 7
8. Oropharynx - 8