state the function of epiglottis
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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.
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Epiglottis closes over the wind pipe when we are swallowing hence preventing food from going in the wind pipe.
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