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To prevent the entry of food into the trachea, the opening is guarded by ______. - Science

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To prevent the entry of food into the trachea, the opening is guarded by ______.

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  • epiglottis

  • glottis

  • hard palate

  • soft palate

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To prevent the entry of food into the trachea, the opening is guarded by epiglottis

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Q I. 3.
Chapter 20: Organ Systems in Animals - Exercise [Page 244]

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Samacheer Kalvi Science [English] Class 9 TN Board
Chapter 20 Organ Systems in Animals
Exercise | Q I. 3. | Page 244

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