Question

define Eppiglotis!!!!!!!!!​

Answer 1

Answer:

The epiglottis is a small, movable "lid" just above the larynx that prevents food and drink from entering your windpipe. But if the epiglottis becomes swollen — either from infection or from injury — the airway narrows and may become completely blocked.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

EPPIGLOTTIS;-

• A membranous fold made up of cartilagewhich blocks wind pipe while swallowing food and helps the entry of food in esophagus(food pipe)
• It prevents food from entering the food pipe.

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