The Epiglottis Is a

question 53

Multiple Choice

The epiglottis is a

• A)muscle that moves the esophagus into line with the pharynx during swallowing.
• B)muscle that moves the trachea out of line with the pharynx during swallowing.
• C)flap of cartilage that flips down to cover the entry to the trachea during swallowing.
• D)muscle sphincter that closes off the entry to the trachea during swallowing.

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