Internal & External Larynx Structures

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Epiglottis

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Thyroid Cartilage (Thyroid)

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Cricoid Cartilage (Cricoid)

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Hyoid Bone (Hyoid)

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Trachea

Front

Name the internal structure of the larynx.

Back

False Fold (Vocalis Muscle)

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

Arytenoid Cartilage (Arytenoid(s))

Front

Name the external structure of the larynx.

Back

True Folds (Vocal Ligament)

Front

The function of the epiglottis.

Back

To cover and protect the trachea and prevent food and liquid from entering the airway.

Front

Vibration (or sound production) occurs at this internal structure of the larynx.

Back

True Folds (Vocal Ligament)