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What does a frog's epiglottis do?

if you were smart enough you wouldn't have to look it up haha :) The person above (not the asker) is an idiot and I hope he comes back to read this. the epiglottis most likely directs food and fluid into the esophagus.


Can the epiglottis be seen if you stick your tongue out?

The epiglottis is a small flap of soft tissue that is found at the back of the throat. In some people, the epiglottis can be seen if they stick their tongue out.


What is the size of epiglottis?

The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that is found at the entrance of the larynx. Its size is about 7-9 mm in length.


What is the small flap found at the top of the esophagus?

Epiglottis


How do the glottis of a frog and the epiglottis of the human protect the respiratory system in each animal?

They both protect food from going into the lungs.


What is an unusual feature about the frog's tongue?

A frog's tongue is fastened to the front of the mouth instead of the back. This is an adaption the frog has made over time. It is in the front so it does not block the epiglottis (esophagus) and so the frog can reach its tongue out farther to catch a fly with speed and accuracy.


What should a person expect if their epiglottis isn't working?

A person should expect to have difficulty swallowing if their epiglottis isn't working. The epiglottis is a small flap of tissue that is found at the back of the throat.


How many ventricles are found in a frog's heart?

one ventricle is found in a frog's heart


What is a flap of tissue that closes the passage to the trachea and lungs?

It is the epiglottis.


What is a flap of tissue that seals off your windpipe preventing food from entering?

That's your epiglottis.


Are taste buds only found on the tongue?

No. The are found on the tongue, the palate (roof), upper esophagus and epiglottis.


What structure covers the epiglottis?

During swallowing, the epiglottis covers the glottic opening to prevent aspiration of food or fluids into the lungs.