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The entry of food into the wind pipe is prevented by a flap like structure called ____________

A

Epiglottis

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B

Larynx

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C

Oesophagus

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D

Pharynx

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The correct option is A Epiglottis
The entry of food into the wind pipe is prevented by a flap like structure called Epiglottis.

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