Larynx Anatomy and Epiglottis Function Quiz

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Which cartilage in the larynx helps prevent food and liquids from entering the air passages?

Arytenoid cartilage
Thyroid cartilage
Cricoid cartilage
Epiglottis (correct)

What is the primary function of the larynx?

To produce speech and vocalization (correct)
To facilitate swallowing
To protect the air passages from foreign objects
To regulate the airflow during breathing

What happens to the epiglottis during swallowing?

It remains upright
It covers the opening into the trachea
It is pressed downward (correct)
It moves to the back of the throat

True or false: The larynx is located between the pharynx and the trachea.

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True or false: The epiglottis is upright during swallowing.

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True or false: The main function of the epiglottis is to allow air to enter the larynx.

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What is the epiglottis?

A leaf-shaped cartilage located in the larynx that acts as a lid over the opening of the trachea.

How does the epiglottis work?

The epiglottis is the small, leaf-shaped cartilage that covers the trachea (windpipe), preventing food and liquids from entering the air passages during swallowing.

Where is the larynx located?

The larynx is located between the pharynx and the trachea. It is part of the respiratory system, playing a crucial role in speech production by vibrating vocal cords.

What happens to the epiglottis during swallowing?

During swallowing, the epiglottis is pressed downward, covering the opening of the trachea (windpipe), preventing food or liquid from entering the airway.

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What is the main function of the epiglottis?

The main function of the epiglottis is to prevent food or liquid from entering the trachea (windpipe) during swallowing, protecting the respiratory system.

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