Question

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what is the function of epiglottis??​

Answer 1

The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped flap of cartilage located behind the tongue, at the top of the larynx, or voice box. The main function of the epiglottis is to seal off the windpipe during eating, so that food is not accidentally inhaled.

Answer 2

epiglottis

at at the top of trachea ( or wind pipe) there is a flap of cartilage called epiglottis.

function:

the function of epiglottis is to cover the mouth of trachea( or windpipe )when we swallow food so that the food may not enter enter the trachea (or windpipe).

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