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Question : Define deglutition. What is its effect on respiration?

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Solution :Swallowing of FOOD BOLUS from buccal cavity to oesophagus is called deglutition. During swallowing, the uvula MOVES upwards and closes internal NARES while epiglottis closes the glottis, so respiration STOP for a moment.


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