Is the epiglottis part of the esophagus?
1 Answer
Apr 18, 2017
No, epiglottis is not a part of the oesophagus.
Explanation:
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Epiglottis is a part of Pharynx.
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Pharynx is divided into three parts:
- Nasopharynx; upper part of pharynx
- Oropharynx;middle part of pharynx
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Laryngopharynx; lower part of pharynx
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Laryngopharynx leads to opening of larynx called as GLOTTIS. It bears a leaf like , cartilaginous flap called as EPIGLOTTIS.
