During deglutition,food is denied entry to the larynx by muscle action that causes the epiglottis to block that opening.

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During swallowing or deglutition, muscles control the movement of the tongue, soft palate, and epiglottis to prevent food or liquids from entering the larynx and trachea. The epiglottis covers the opening of the larynx to ensure that food passes only through the esophagus and into the stomach.

During Deglutition,food Is Denied Entry to the Larynx by Muscle