Question

The uvula is:________
A. a type of tooth.
B. a projection from the soft palate.
C. a part of the female reproductive system.
D. part of the tongue.
E. a flap of tissue that keeps food from entering the respiratory system.

Answer 1

Answer:

E.

Explanation:

The uvula is a tear drop shaped piece of soft tissue that hangs down the back of your throat. It prevents foods and liquids from going up your nose.

Answer 2

Answer:

E. a flap of tissue that keeps food from enter the respiratory system.

Explanation:

when you swallow and the food goes down your through your uvula acts as a blocking device that shifts the direction of the food that you have eaten. it does this so it does not go up into your nose