Biology, asked by anusingh1034, 3 months ago

What is the role of epiglottis during swallowing food?​

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Answered by jain81765
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Answer:

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

Answered by sakshikashyap374
3

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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