Opening of pharynx into larynx is guarded by ________.

Epiglottis

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Syrinx

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Tracheal valves

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Solution

The correct option is A Epiglottis
The epiglottis is a cartilaginous flap that extends in front and above the laryngeal inlet. The main function of the epiglottis is to seal off the windpipe during eating, so that food is not accidentally inhaled. The epiglottis also helps with some aspects of sound production in certain languages.

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