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==Introduction==
 
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The epiglottis is a flap of [[Bones and Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology#Elastic Cartilage|elastic cartilage]] covered by mucous membrane. It forms the rostral boundary of the [[Larynx - Anatomy & Physiology|larynx]] and prevents food particles from entering the trachea.
 
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It is covered by mucous membrane.
 
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[[Larynx - Anatomy & Physiology]]
 

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