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the epiglottis closes over the glottis in a reflex action when food is swallowed. This prevent food from entering the respiratory system
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 8y agoThere's a flap called the epiglottis that blocks the entrance to your windpipe and leads food into your esophagus.
Umm.. you didn't give any choices. But whatever, the epiglottis
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∙ 12y agoA thin flap of cartilage called the Epiglottis.
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∙ 13y agoThe epiglottis.
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∙ 12y agoEpiglottis
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