what is the function of rings of cartilage?
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The rings of cartilage separate the wind pipe from food pipe
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The C-shaped cartilaginous rings allow the trachea to collapse slightly at its opening, so food can pass down the esophagus after swallowing. The epiglottis closes the opening to the larynx during swallowing to prevent swallowed matter from entering thetrachea.
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