The ________ flaps over the glottis when we swallow food.
A) uvula
B) epiglottis
C) palate
D) vocal fold

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The epiglottis is a flap of tissue located at the base of the tongue that covers the glottis, which is the opening to the trachea, during swallowing to prevent food or liquid from entering the windpipe. The uvula is a small dangly structure at the back of the throat that helps with speech and swallowing, but it does not cover the glottis. The palate is the roof of the mouth and helps to separate the oral and nasal cavities during speech and swallowing. The vocal folds are located within the larynx and are responsible for producing sound during speech.

The ________ Flaps Over the Glottis When We Swallow Food