___ prevents food from entering into the windpipe.

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Epiglottis

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Solution

The correct option is D
Epiglottis

Epiglottis is a flap of tissue present in the pharynx. It is made of elastic cartilage and is covered with mucous membrane. Epiglottis prevents food from entering into the windpipe.

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