Question

what is the importance of epiglottis to man

Answer 1

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▶️Epiglottis is a flap present in the throat made of elastic cartilage which prevents the entry of food into wind pipe .

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Answer 2

without epiglottis food would enter into the wind pipe which can be harmful for a human body. it shows the separation b/w wind and food pipe. hope it helps you my dear friend