Question

state the function of epiglottis​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

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

Answer:

It is a flap like structure present in our wind pipe which closes the wind pipe during the intake of food .

So that the food doesn't enter the oesophagus.