Throat//Larynx/Pharynx

The "throat" is the layman's term for the pharynx and larynx. The pharynx is the food passage and the larynx is the voice box but they are connected as evidenced by the fact that we put food into our throats, and also inhale air through it to breathe. The pharynx and larynx work together to stop food/drink from going down into the lungs and to stop air going into the stomach. It is thus a separation area.

The larynx part of the throat consists of a triangular box of specialised cartilages covered by delicate lining. It is essential in providing an airway to breathe through, a separator to protect the lungs from swallowed food /liquid , and lastly in providing voice for communication.