Biology, asked by skahmed, 1 year ago

How are trachea prevented from collapsing?

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Answered by palakgupta
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trachea is prevented by collapsing because of rings of cartilage..
Answered by Anjali1110
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The cartilaginous rings are incomplete to allow the trachea to collapse slightly so that food can pass down the esophagus. A flap-like epiglottis closes the opening to the larynx during swallowing to prevent swallowed matter from entering the trachea.
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