Which of these helps the trachea keep food from getting into the lungs?

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Burgerhex · Answer 1 · 2019-05-09T13:43:52+0000

Answer: Even tho you didn't give options, Epiglottis is the correct answer.

Explanation: The epiglottis prevents food from entering the trachea. When swallowing, the epiglottis covers the opening of the larynx, thus blocking food and drink from entering the trachea.

Which of these helps the trachea keep food from getting into the lungs?

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