What Cartilage of the Larynx Helps to "Direct" Food to the Esophagus

Question

What cartilage of the larynx helps to "direct" food to the esophagus?
A) thyroid
B) epiglottis
C) cricoid
D) glottis

Accepted Answer

The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage that covers the opening of the trachea during swallowing to prevent food and liquid from entering the lungs. It helps to direct food to the esophagus.