During swallowing, muscles in the neck pull the larynx up to meet the ________, a lid-like structure that seals off the larynx

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


epiglottis

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A) 13.1 grams B) 11.7 grams C) 11.8 grams D) 12.0 grams E) 11.6 grams

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The risk of heart attack for smokers is ____ that of people who do not smoke.

A. four times B. three times C. twice D. none of these choices

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This gland is located on top of the kidney

A. pancreas B. thyroid C. pituitary D. adrenal

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____ is a severe infection caused by Group A strep bacteria, which are also known as flesh-eating bacteria

A) Infectious mononucleosis B) Necrotizing fasciitis C) Cytomegalovirus D) Pyoderma

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