what feature is used by both the respiratory and digestive systems?
Location: first division of pharynx; extends from choanae to uvula. Function: equalize air pressure (auditory tubes open into this area) h. oropharynx. location: extends from uvula (soft palate) to epiglottis. Function: serves both respiratory and digestive systems; passageway for air, food and drink. I. laryngopharynx. Location: third division of pharynx; extends from tip of epiglottis to esophagus; posterior to larynx. Function: serves both respiratory and digestive systems; lower passageway for air, food & drink.