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What is the flap of tissue that covers the trachea upon swallowing called?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Epiglottis. The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the trachea when swallowing to prevent food or liquid from entering the airway.
Choice A, Epidermis, is the outer layer of the skin and is not related to the trachea.
Choice B, Endocardium, is the inner lining of the heart chambers and is also unrelated to the trachea.
Choice D, Epistaxis, refers to a nosebleed and is not the correct term for the tissue covering the trachea.

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