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What is located in the pharynx and contains the adenoids?

Oropharynx
Laryngopharynx
Nasopharynx
Hypopharynx

The correct answer is: Nasopharynx

The correct response is the Nasopharynx, which is a section of the pharynx located behind the nasal cavity. It serves as a passageway for air coming from the nose and contains important structures, including the adenoids (also known as the pharyngeal tonsils). The adenoids are lymphoid tissues that play a role in the immune system, helping to trap pathogens and facilitate the body's response to infection. The adenoids are specifically situated in this upper part of the pharynx because it is directly connected to the nasal passages; hence, any airborne pathogens can be detected early. The other sections of the pharynx, such as the Oropharynx, Laryngopharynx, and Hypopharynx, do not contain the adenoids and are primarily involved in functions related to swallowing and air passage to the larynx and esophagus.