Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 13 - The Respiratory System - Review Questions - Page 488: 29

Answer

Swallowing is coordinated by larynx which houses the epiglottis. Epiglottis prevents the food from entering the pharynx. If this process becomes uncoordinated then the food might enter the lower respiratory passages and block the entry of the air.

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