What is the role of epiglottis during swallowing food?
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EPIGLOTTIS IS A FLAP COVERING OVER GLOTTIS
Explanation:
EPIGLOTIS COVERS THE GLOTTIS WHEN U SWALLOW FOOD SO THAT THE FOOD DOESNT ENTER IN YOUR LUNGS
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The epiglottis is a leaf-like or flap-like tissue which seals off the trachea while swallowing food so as to prevent the entry of food in windpipe or trachea, but at the time of respiration, it remains open.
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