Which structure prevents the entry of food into the glottis during swallowing?
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Correct answer: Epiglottis (cartilaginous flap)
The epiglottis is a cartilaginous flap that covers the glottis (opening of the windpipe) during deglutition. This reflex action ensures food enters the esophagus rather than the larynx.
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