Among Mammals,it is Generally True That

Question

Among mammals,it is generally true that
A)all types of foods begin their enzymatic digestion in the mouth.
B)after leaving the oral cavity, the bolus enters the larynx.
C)the epiglottis prevents swallowed food from entering the trachea.
D)the esophagus is a key source of digestive enzymes.
E)the trachea leads to the esophagus and then to the stomach.

Accepted Answer

The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the trachea during swallowing, preventing food and liquid from entering the airway. This ensures that swallowed materials enter the esophagus and eventually make their way to the stomach.