Across
- 4. this is a space is superior to the oral cavity and is important for smelling and breathing.
- 7. this is the region immediately posterior to the oralcavity
- 9. this is the region immediately posterior to the nasalcavity.
- 10. We have two of these mucous fill spaces, each located in the frontal bone.
- 11. these are scroll-shaped bones that protrude into the nasal cavity to create a higher Surface area.
Down
- 1. these are paired lymphoid tissue structures found within the oropharynx. Common site for tonsil stones- Yuck!
- 2. these are smaller paired lymphoid tissue structures that are found in the nasopharynx, immediately inferior to the sphenoid bone.
- 3. this region is the inferior part of the pharynx, located immediately posterior to the "voicebox"
- 5. this sinus is immediately posterior to the superior concha.
- 6. this opening is found within the nasopharynx. This structure helps to equalize air pressure within the middle ear.
- 8. these are four paired air-filled spaces lined with mucous membranes that help to humidity air and decrease the weight of the skull.