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A flap like muscular valve that controls movement of air and food is
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epiglottis
The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped flap in the throat that prevents food from entering the windpipe and the lungs. It stands open during breathing, allowing air into the larynx.
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Epiglottis
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Epiglottis is a flap like muscular valve that controls the movement of food and air, by closing the entrance of the trachea (windpipe) while eating, thus preventing choking of food.
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