Question

question 9
the opening through the vocal cords is called the:
○ epiglottis
○ adenoids
○ glottis
○ thyroid cartilage
2 pts

Explanation:

The glottis is the opening between the vocal cords. The epiglottis is a flap - like structure that prevents food from entering the trachea. Adenoids are lymphoid tissue in the nasopharynx. The thyroid cartilage is the largest cartilage of the larynx but not the opening through the vocal cords.

Answer:

C. glottis