Question

The structure that seals off the nasopharynx during swallowing is called the

a. uvula.
b. false vocal cord.
c. true vocal cord.
d. epiglottis.

Answer 1

The answer is a uvula

Answer 2

The soft palate is a soft flap of tissue at the roof of the mouth that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

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