MEDICAL
RECTUM AND ANUS
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Question
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A small flap of tissue that covers the trachea is called the ____
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bronchi
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larynx
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pharynx
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epiglottis
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The epiglottis is flap of cartilage located in the throat behind the tongue and in front of the larynx. The epiglottis is usually upright at rest allowing air to pass into the larynx and lungs.
Detailed explanation-2: -The epiglottis is a flap made of elastic cartilage tissue covered with a mucous membrane, attached to the entrance of the larynx.
Detailed explanation-3: -Overview. Your epiglottis moves to cover your larynx and trachea (inset) to keep food from going into your larynx and trachea.
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