Biology, asked by jeenaby42, 8 months ago

How is food prevented from entering the trachea when we eat or drink?

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Answered by itzdreamer44

A flap of tissue called (the epiglottis) sits over the top of the trachea. This flap blocks food and drink from going down into the trachea when you swallow. But in some cases, food or drink can enter the trachea.

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Answered by AKR369

Answer:A flap of tissue called (the epiglottis) sits over the top of the trachea. This flap blocks food and drink from going down into the trachea when you swallow. But in some cases, food or drink can enter the trachea.

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