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Why is it necessary for the epiglottis to close over the trachea?
epiglottis is the part of glottis which close over the trachea when we eat food because the food don't swelled in the trachea which is the wind pipe and go into the lungs.
Why would move downward to close the trachea during swallowing?
The epiglottis moves downards to block the trachea during swallowing.
What is the definition of precarinal?
"Precarinal" refers to the area located behind the trachea in the chest. It is situated in front of the esophagus and is close to the carina, which is the point where the trachea bifurcates into the bronchi.
How close will a planet have to be to the sun to make water evaporate?
it doesnt need to be that close but not that far ehtier.
What do the esophagus and trachea lead into in the fetal pig?
In the fetal pig, the esophageal opening is located dorsal to the glottis. The esophagus lies to the top of the stomach, in close proximity to the diaphragm.
What is the purpose of the cartilage surrounding the trachea?
Cartilage is necessary in the wall of the trachea because it supports the trachea and keeps it open at all times. New born babies do not have these rings of cartilage around their trachea, which is why their heads need to always be supported carefully.
What type of tube does the epiglottis close over?
The epiglottis closes over the trachea when we swallow, so that food does not go into our lungs.
Between the trachea and the esophogus is a flap of tissue that closes when you swallow what is it and its function?
Is to close the laryngeal inlet during swallowing
Plural and singular for trachea?
The singular for trachea is "trachea". The plural is "tracheae".
What holds open the trachea?
Two things hold the trachea open 1. air pressure 2. Cartilidge rings that the trachea is made of catilaginous rings. If a patient has had a tracheostomy and the cannula (the plastic device that keeps the trachea open) is removed, the area is covered with gauze and will close on its own in time. Hope this helps A RN in NJ Source: Experience, and teaching....most of all my head
Can Santa come to 37 astley close?
santa doesnt exist
How the larynx works in the throat while swallowing?
The larynx is located at the top of the trachea or windpipe. In the larynx, the vocal folds, commonly known as the vocal cords, close tightly when swallowing to prevent any food or drink from entering the trachea and lungs.
