The pharynx is more commonly known as the _____.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: throat

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Type 2 alveolar cells:

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The skull consists of ________ cranial bones and ________ facial bones.

A. 8; 14 B. 10; 12 C. 7; 12 D. 5; 7 E. 9; 11

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