Question

is a cartilaginous structure and a part of laryngopharynx which prevents the entry of food into trachea.

• A. Tongue
• B. Uvula
• C. Epiglottis

Answer 1

The correct option is C Epiglottis

The laryngopharynx houses a cartilaginous structure called epiglottis. It blocks food and water from entering the windpipe, and pushes it into the oesophagus. The superior portion of the epiglottis can move freely like a trap door, with each swallow the larynx rises and the epiglottis folds down closing off the airway.