Figure 23-1 The Upper Airways
Use Figure 23-1 to answer the following question:
-What is the function of the structure labeled "8"?
A)forces air into the lungs
B)causes air to swirl within the respiratory passageway
C)prevents food from entering the larynx
D)acts like a supplementary air pump
E)prevents food from entering the pharynx

Question

Figure 23-1 The Upper Airways
Use Figure 23-1 to answer the following question:
-What is the function of the structure labeled "8"?
A)forces air into the lungs 
B)causes air to swirl within the respiratory passageway 
C)prevents food from entering the larynx 
D)acts like a supplementary air pump 
E)prevents food from entering the pharynx

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structure labeled "8" is likely the epiglottis, which prevents food from entering the larynx during swallowing.

Figure 23-1 the Upper Airways