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A Moment of Science
Even a very small amount of water can trigger a violent coughing fit.
Have you ever wondered what's really going on when you choke on what you're eating or drinking?
A few things happen as you swallow. The back section of the roof of your mouth, also called the soft pallet, closes off the nasal passages so that food doesn’t go up into the nose.
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