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  • 18-07-2019
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The structure that prevents food or water from entering the trachea.

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  • 23-07-2019

Answer:

The answer is  epiglottis

Explanation:

The epiglottis is a cartilaginous structure that is part of the larynx, which rises at the time of swallowing while closing the airway, thus preventing food and water from entering the trachea.

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