The upper opening of the windpipe is guarded by the ...............

Glottis

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Bronchi

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Epiglottis

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Lungs

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Solution

The correct option is C
Epiglottis

The epiglottis is a muscular flap at the beginning of the windpipe. It snaps shut during swallowing to cover the opening of the windpipe.

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