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| − | ==Introduction==
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| − | The epiglottis is a flap of 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]] | |