ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The flap that covers the trachea during swallowing so that food does not enter the lungs. Anatomy of the larynx. The three parts of the larynx are the supraglottis (including the epiglottis), the glottis (including the vocal cords), and the subglottis.

Detailed explanation-2: -The epiglottis is usually upright at rest allowing air to pass into the larynx and lungs. When a person swallows the epiglottis folds backward to cover the entrance of the larynx so food and liquid do not enter the windpipe and lungs. After swallowing the epiglottis returns to its original upright position.

Detailed explanation-3: -The epiglottis is a small, movable “lid” just above the larynx that prevents food and drink from entering the windpipe. Swelling of the epiglottis can completely block the airway. This can lead to breathing or respiratory failure.

Detailed explanation-4: -When you swallow, a flap called the epiglottis moves to block the entrance of food particles into your larynx and lungs. The muscles of the larynx pull upward to assist with this movement. They also tightly close during swallowing. That prevents food from entering your lungs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Hint: Epiglottis is a leaf shaped flap type part present in the throat. It is a flexible flap made up of elastic cartilage covered with mucous membrane. It is located at the end of the larynx. It closes the entrance of the larynx and trachea during swallowing. It allows the air to pass into the windpipe.