What is the Larynx?

What is the Larynx?

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Interactive Video

Biology, Other, Health Sciences, Performing Arts

6th - 9th Grade

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The video explains how whispering can strain vocal cords more than normal speech. It introduces the larynx, an organ crucial for speech and breathing, detailing its structure and functions, including airflow control, airway protection, and sound production. The larynx's components, such as the epiglottis and vocal cords, are discussed, highlighting their roles in preventing choking and producing sound. The video also covers how vocal folds vibrate to create sound, influenced by pitch and the resonator system. It concludes with a singing demonstration.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the relationship between pitch and the muscles in the larynx.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What role does the resonator system play in voice production?

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