Podcast
Questions and Answers
The ______ is a leaf-shaped flap of cartilage located in the throat, sitting at the root of the tongue. It prevents food and liquid from entering the trachea during swallowing.
The ______ is a leaf-shaped flap of cartilage located in the throat, sitting at the root of the tongue. It prevents food and liquid from entering the trachea during swallowing.
epiglottis
The ______ is a band of tissue that extends from the side of the epiglottis to the arytenoid cartilage, forming the upper border of the larynx.
The ______ is a band of tissue that extends from the side of the epiglottis to the arytenoid cartilage, forming the upper border of the larynx.
aryepiglottic fold
Located within the aryepiglottic fold, the ______ provides support and structure to the fold, contributing to the flexibility and movement of the larynx during swallowing and speech.
Located within the aryepiglottic fold, the ______ provides support and structure to the fold, contributing to the flexibility and movement of the larynx during swallowing and speech.
cuneiform tubercle
The ______ muscle is an intrinsic muscle of the larynx that brings the arytenoid cartilages together. By doing so, it assists in closing the posterior part of the glottis during swallowing or effortful closure, such as when lifting a heavy object or coughing.
The ______ muscle is an intrinsic muscle of the larynx that brings the arytenoid cartilages together. By doing so, it assists in closing the posterior part of the glottis during swallowing or effortful closure, such as when lifting a heavy object or coughing.
Suspended in the neck,superior to the larynx, the ______ serves as an attachment point for muscles of the tongue and larynx, aiding in swallowing and speech.
Suspended in the neck,superior to the larynx, the ______ serves as an attachment point for muscles of the tongue and larynx, aiding in swallowing and speech.
Flashcards
Epiglottis
Epiglottis
Leaf-shaped flap of cartilage located in the throat, it prevents food from entering trachea during swallowing.
Aryepiglottic Fold
Aryepiglottic Fold
Fold of mucous membrane which surrounds the larynx entrance.
Cuneiform Tubercle
Cuneiform Tubercle
Small, wedge-shaped elastic cartilage.
Transverse Arytenoid
Transverse Arytenoid
Signup and view all the flashcards
Hyoid Bone
Hyoid Bone
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
Overview of Larynx Anatomy
- Key parts include the Epiglottis, Hyoid Bone, and Thyrohyoid Membrane
- The Thyroid Cartilage, Corniculate Tubercle, and Oblique Arytenoid are essential
- Also features the Cricoarytenoid Muscle and Trachea
- Additional structures: Aryepiglottic Fold, Cuneiform Tubercle, and Transverse Arytenoid
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
