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Which part of the respiratory tract acts as an organ of phonation?
Which part of the respiratory tract acts as an organ of phonation?
- Epiglottis
- Thyroid cartilage
- Arytenoid cartilages (correct)
- Cricoid cartilage
What is the main function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
What is the main function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
- Prevents food and drink from entering the trachea
- Moves upwards to widen the pharynx
- Moves downwards to close the larynx (correct)
- Closes the inlet of the larynx
Which laryngeal cartilage is the largest and composed of two halves?
Which laryngeal cartilage is the largest and composed of two halves?
- Cricoid cartilage
- Epiglottis
- Thyroid cartilage (correct)
- Arytenoid cartilages
Which cartilage forms the inferior wall of the larynx?
Which cartilage forms the inferior wall of the larynx?
What is the main function of the larynx?
What is the main function of the larynx?
Flashcards
Phonation Organ
Phonation Organ
Essential for voice production; contains vocal cords within the larynx.
Epiglottis Function
Epiglottis Function
The epiglottis moves to cover the entrance of the larynx during swallowing, preventing food from entering the airway.
Thyroid Cartilage
Thyroid Cartilage
The largest laryngeal cartilage and made of two halves.
Cricoid Cartilage
Cricoid Cartilage
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Larynx Function
Larynx Function
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