Pharynx

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The pharynx is a part of the gastrointestinal system. It comes after the mouth and before the esophagus. Food and air go through the pharynx. The pharynx keeps food liquid out of the lungs.

Gastrointestinal system
MouthTongueSalivary glandPharynxEsophagusStomachPancreasGallbladderLiverIntestines: Small intestine (DuodenumJejunumIleum) • Large intestine (CecumColonRectum) Anus