Structures of the Larynx atf.mp4

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The larynx is basically a box of cartilages connected by ligaments, membranes, and muscles.

• Location
• Above it opens into the laryngo-pharynx
• Suspended from the hyoid bone above and attached to the trachea below by membranes and ligaments

Functions of the larynx.

• Five functions

<aside> ✅ False vocal cords don’t have a role in speaking; however, they adduct with the true vocal cords but don’t cause complete closure. A comparison between the two will be mentioned shortly.

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Parts of the larynx

• Mention them.