Which of the following is not directly connected to the nasopharynx?
middle ear
oropharynx
lacrimal glands
nasal cavity

The correct answer will be option-nasal cavity.

Explanation:

The pharynx is the hollow tube which is divided into three parts: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and hypopharynx.

The nasopharynx is the upper part of the throat present behind the nose which is  3 to 4 cm long and 2 to 3 cm wide. The nasopharynx connects the mouth to the nose and allows a person to inhale through the nose.

Thus, the option-nasal cavity is the correct answer.

Lacrimal glands

Explanation:

Lacrimal glands are not directly connected with the nasopharynx. Basically, it is located at the lateral end of the eye within the orbit and its function is to produced the fluid which help and protects the surface of eye because it provides moisturize. The lacrimal produced in the form of tears.

Therefore, it is not directly connected with the nasopharynx while other are connected.  

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