Digestion And Absorption Question 44

Question: A “1” flap called “2” prevents the entry of food into the glottis - opening of the ??3??- during ??4??. Identify 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Options:

A) 1 2 3 4 Cartilaginous Epiglottis Wind pipe Swallowing

B) Bony Glissons?s Stomach Digestion

C) Bony Pharynx Oral cavity Ingestion

D) Cartilaginous Oesophagus Trachea Mastication

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] A cartilaginous flap called epiglottis prevents the entry of food into the glottis - opening of the wind pipe - during swallowing.