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ZoologyBreathing and Exchange of GasesHuman Respiratory SystemEasy2 minPYQ_2020
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The entry of food into the larynx is prevented by:

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Solution:

The pharynx opens through the larynx region into the trachea. The larynx is a cartilaginous box which helps in sound production and hence called the soundbox. During swallowing, glottis can be covered by a thin elastic cartilaginous flap called epiglottis to prevent the entry of food into the larynx.

Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Breathing and Exchange of GasesSubtopic:Human Respiratory System
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