Question

Which statement best describes a difference between the trachea and the esophagus?
The trachea is a long, hollow tube, and the esophagus is a small, kidney-shaped organ
The trachea is part of the digestive system, and the esophagus is part of the respiratory system
The trachea delivers oxygen through the body, and the esophagus releases carbon dioxide
The trachea allows for the passage of air, and the esophagus allows for the passage of food

Answer 1

The trachea allows for the passage of air, and the esophagus allows for the passage of food

Answer: Option D.

Explanation:

The trachea and the esophagus are not the same. The former is related with the respiratory system which is related with breathing while the latter is related with the digestive system.

The trachea connects the upper airways to the lungs for the passing of the air but the esophagus is related with the passage of the food connecting the mouth with the stomach.

Answer 2

Answer:

The answer is D

Explanation: