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  • 14-12-2021
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in humans, which structure prevents food from entering the trachea?

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  • 14-12-2021

Answer:

epiglottis

Explanation:

The epiglottis is a flap located behind the tongue. It stays open for the passage of air until a person swallows and it folds over the larynx (air passage to the lungs).

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