Which of the following structures prevents food from entering the larynx?
A)Epiglottis
B)Pharynx
C)Lips
D)Hard palate
E)Tongue

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The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage that acts like a lid over the opening of the larynx during swallowing, preventing food and liquid from entering the lungs. The pharynx, lips, hard palate, and tongue are important in the process of swallowing but do not specifically prevent food from entering the larynx.

Which of the Following Structures Prevents Food from Entering the Larynx