Oral Cavity

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Epiglottis

Blocks trachea when swallowing

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Esophagus

Transports food to stomach

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Filiform papillae

Grip food; no taste

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Glottis

Air passage to larynx

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Hard plate

Separates nasal/oral cavity

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Isthmus of fauces

Connects mouth to pharynx

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Lingual frenulum

Anchors tongue to floor

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Papillae

Taste and texture detection

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Soft palate

Closes nasal passage swallowing

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Tongue

Manipulates food, taste

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Trachea

Air passage to lungs

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Vestibule

Entry to oral cavity