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what is the role of the epiglottis? to prevent food and liquids from entering into the larynx and trachea prevent the collapse of the lungs provide moisture to the incoming air help filter the incoming air

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Ans : Prevent food and liquid from entering into larynx and trachea
-epiglottis is a flap of skin that prevents food and drink from going down the windpipe and into the lungs. It's located behind the tongue and in front of the voice box, or larynx.
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