Swallowing and Gastric Filling
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Q. Which structure prevents food from entering the trachea after passing through the pharynx – the common passageway for both air and food?
a
Tongue.
b
Epiglottis.
c
Esophageal sphincter.
d
The trachea does not need covered when swallowing food.
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