The middle portion of the pharynx that lies between the palate and the hyoid bone is the:

A) oropharynx.
B) nasopharynx.
C) larynx.
D) laryngopharynx.

Oropharynx

The oropharynx is the middle part of the throat that lies behind the mouth, serving as a pathway for food moving from the mouth to the esophagus and air moving to the larynx.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat that lies behind the nose and above the soft palate, serving as a passageway for air from the nose to the throat and lungs.

Laryngopharynx

The region of the throat that connects the oropharynx above with the trachea and esophagus below, facilitating the passage of food and air.