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What is the function of the epiglottis

What is the function of the epiglottis
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What is the function of the epiglottis

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The function is basically a flap that does not let food and nutrients enter the lungs or windpipe, or you will choke

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The function of the epiglottis is to seal off the windpipe during eating, so that food is not accidentally inhaled.

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