In the given diagram of human respiratory system what is the function of structure marked as X ?

Question

In the given diagram of human respiratory system what is the function of structure marked as X ? (A) To prevent food from entering into trachea. (B) To filter and warm the air. (C) To help in exchange of gases. (D) To catch dust and bacteria.

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The label X represents epiglottis. Epiglottis is a structure (containing elastic cartilage) that prevents food from entering into trachea.

Q. In the given diagram of human respiratory system what is the function of structure marked as X ?

To prevent food from entering into trachea.

To filter and warm the air.

To help in exchange of gases.

To catch dust and bacteria.

The label X represents epiglottis. Epiglottis is a structure (containing elastic cartilage) that prevents food from entering into trachea.

Q. In the given diagram of human respiratory system what is the function of structure marked as $X$ ?