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Boojho and Paheli were eating their food...

Boojho and Paheli were eating their food hurriedly so that they could go out and play during the recess. Suddenly, Boojho started coughing violently. Think of the reasons why he was coughing and discuss with your friends.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Situation**: Boojho and Paheli were eating their food quickly because they wanted to go out and play during recess. This hurried eating can lead to various issues. 2. **Identifying the Cause of Coughing**: Boojho started coughing violently. This is likely due to food entering the wrong passage in his throat. 3. **The Role of the Epiglottis**: The epiglottis is a flap-like structure that separates the windpipe (trachea) from the food pipe (esophagus). When we eat, the epiglottis closes to prevent food from entering the windpipe. ...
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