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During swallowing, which structures prevent food from entering the nasopharynx and trachea? ...?

During swallowing, which structures prevent food from entering the nasopharynx and trachea? ...?
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During swallowing, which structures prevent food from entering the nasopharynx and trachea?

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Epiglottis prevents food from entering the lower respiratory tract.
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