ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped flap in the throat that prevents food and water from entering the trachea and the lungs. It stays open during breathing, allowing air into the larynx.

Detailed explanation-2: -The epiglottis is flap of cartilage located in the throat behind the tongue and in front of the larynx.

Detailed explanation-3: -The flap that covers the trachea during swallowing so that food does not enter the lungs.

Detailed explanation-4: -First, the tongue pushes the food into the throat. Next, the epiglottis, a small but important flap of tissue, folds over the voice box at the top of the windpipe. This keeps food from going down the wrong way. Finally, the esophagus contracts and moves food toward the stomach.

Detailed explanation-5: -The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that sits beneath the tongue at the back of the throat. Its main function is to close over the windpipe (trachea) while you’re eating to prevent food entering your airway.