Question

the opening through the vocal cords is called the: a glottis. b adenoids. c epiglottis. d thyroid cartilage.

Explanation:

The glottis is the opening between the vocal cords. Adenoids are lymphoid tissue in the nasopharynx. The epiglottis is a flap - like structure that prevents food from entering the trachea. The thyroid cartilage is part of the larynx that forms the Adam's apple.

Answer:

A. glottis