The space formed between the anterior-superior surface of the epiglottis and the posterior base of the tongue is the ____.

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The valecula is a space formed between the anterior-superior surface of the epiglottis and the posterior base of the tongue. The pharynx is a muscular tube that connects the respiratory and digestive systems. The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that closes over the trachea during swallowing to prevent food or liquid from entering the lungs. The hyoid is a bone in the neck that supports the tongue and other structures. None of these choices accurately describe the space in question.

The Space Formed Between the Anterior-Superior Surface of the Epiglottis