A species of frogs known as Odorrana tormota is unique in its voluntary control of this anatomical feature.
A species of frogs known as Odorrana tormota is unique in its voluntary control of this anatomical feature. Medical tests used to evaluate its function in humans include the Toynbee and Politzer tests as well as one that can also diagnose heart problems, the (*) Valsalva test. It is about 4 centimeters long in human adults but shorter in children, making it easier to become infected and resulting in otitis media. Non-infectious conditions affecting it include a rare physical disorder in which it remains open, allowing for the sufferer to hear his own heartbeat. For 10 points, name this anatomical feature which equalizes the pressure by connecting the pharynx to the middle ear.
A species of frogs known as Odorrana tormota is unique in its voluntary control of this anatomical feature.
{Eustachian} tube [or {auditory} tube; or {pharyngotympanic} tube] (3)