Anatomy Review: Digestive System

The sequence of events in swallowing is as follows: The soft palate rises to close off nasopharynx and prevent bolus from rising into the nasal cavity. The tongue retracts to force the bolus into the oropharynx. The larynx elevates and the glottis closes. The epiglottis covers the glottis. ................
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