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Which structure in the larynx helps to prevent foods and liquids from entering the air passages?
Which structure in the larynx helps to prevent foods and liquids from entering the air passages?
- Epiglottis (correct)
- Muscles
- Cartilages
- Vocal cords
What is the opening in the larynx called?
What is the opening in the larynx called?
- Glottis (correct)
- Airway
- Trachea
- Pharynx
What is the primary composition of the larynx?
What is the primary composition of the larynx?
- Cartilages (correct)
- Muscles
- Vocal cords
- Mucous membrane
True or false: The larynx is located at the bottom of the trachea and above the pharynx.
True or false: The larynx is located at the bottom of the trachea and above the pharynx.
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True or false: The epiglottis stands upright and allows air to enter the larynx during swallowing.
True or false: The epiglottis stands upright and allows air to enter the larynx during swallowing.
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True or false: The larynx contains three vocal cords responsible for vocalization.
True or false: The larynx contains three vocal cords responsible for vocalization.
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What is the function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
What is the function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
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What is the glottis?
What is the glottis?
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What are the vocal cords responsible for?
What are the vocal cords responsible for?
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What is the composition of the larynx?
What is the composition of the larynx?
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Where is the larynx located?
Where is the larynx located?
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