Which statement is NOT true of swallowing?
A)The nasopharynx is blocked by the soft palate.
B)Swallowing is a reflex regulated by the medulla.
C)Breathing ceases.
D)The larynx is blocked by the glottis.

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During swallowing, the larynx is actually blocked by the epiglottis, not the glottis. The glottis is the part of the larynx consisting of the vocal cords and the opening between them. The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage that covers the glottis to prevent food from entering the trachea.

Which Statement Is NOT True of Swallowing