Sanskrit Name: अन्तर्गलः
The opening connecting the oral cavity to the oropharynx is known as the fauces. This region plays a crucial role in the digestive and respiratory systems, facilitating the passage of food and air. The fauces are bordered by the soft palate above and the base of the tongue below, and they include the palatine tonsils on either side, which are part of the immune system.
Alternate Name(s): Antargalah