Question

The ait passage is guarded during swallowing of food by
a larynx
b. epiglottis
c. nose flap​

Answer 1

Answer:

To prevent food entering this, a small flap of tissue called the epiglottis closes the opening during swallowing (see chapter 11). A reflex that inhibits breathing during swallowing also (usually) prevents choking on food. The trachea is the tube that ducts the air down the throat.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

Epiglottis (Option B)

Explanation:

The air passage is guarded during swallowing of food by Epiglottis

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