GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The epiglottis is a small, movable cartilaginous flap just above the larynx that prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.

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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Glottis vs Epiglottis The glottis opens into the windpipe and is responsible for the production of sound. While the epiglottis is a cartilaginous flap on top of the glottis that prevents the food from entering the larynx.

Detailed explanation-4: -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.

Detailed explanation-5: -A cartilaginous flap called epiglottis specifically prevents the entry of food into the glottis (opening of the windpipe) during swallowing.