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You need a larynx because it contains the vocal cords and the epiglottis. You need the vocal cords so you can talk and sing, and you need the epiglottis so you can swallow food or liquid without it going into your lungs, or choking to death.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoPrimary function is that it provides a carefully guarded passage way between the pharynx and the trachea
During swallowing process, movements of the cartilages close the entrance to the larynx, so food and drinks cannot enter
its also called the voice box and it manipulates pitch and volume because its responsible or sound production
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∙ 14y agoThe job of larynx is to produce sound and it is another name for the voice box
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∙ 14y agoThe larynx is known as the "voice box" of the body. It protects the trachea and is involved in sound production.
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∙ 8y agoYour Larynx is a voice box, this lets you talk
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∙ 12y agoThe larnx produces sound or lets you talk
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∙ 11y agoso we can talk
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Where is the laughing box located on a human?
there is no such thing on the human body it is just your voice box or larynx doing short spasmatic bursts of sound
Is the larynx attached to the trachea in the human body?
Yes.1. NOSE AND NASAL CAVITY 2. PHARYNX 3. LARYNX 4. TRACHEA 5. BRONCHI 6. LUNGS AND ALVEOLI
What body system is the larynx a part of?
The larynx belongs to the respiratory system.
Where is the Carina located in the human body?
The carina lies at the tracheal area of the human body . The ridge lies to the left of the midline and objects s that go through the trachea are likely to enter the right bronchus. The mucous membrane of the carina is the most sensitive area of the trachea and larynx.
One of the most important inorganic molecules in the human body is?
water
Why is the male larynx bigger than the female larynx?
Because of the genetic factor which is influencing the size of the human body so as larynx,
What part of the human body would you compare to the speaker?
The mouth (larynx).
Similarities between cat and human larynx?
The feline larynx has five cartilages, whereas the human larynx has nine cartilages.
What is the larynx used for in the human body?
The larynx or the sound box contains vocal cords which vibrate when air passes through it and thus helps us in speaking.
Physically how do humans speak?
Through the larynx (or pharynx, I forget). In a nutshell, the "voice box" of the human body.
Can you Name the organ in your body which help to produce sound?
in human ,the sound is produced by the voice box or larynx
Human body parts beginning with L?
Leg, liver, lungs, larynx, lips, little finger and lumbar are human body parts. They begin with the letter L.
Where is the laughing box located on a human?
there is no such thing on the human body it is just your voice box or larynx doing short spasmatic bursts of sound
How many larynx are in the body?
There is only one larynx in the body which is in the respiratory system in the throat.
Is the larynx attached to the trachea in the human body?
Yes.1. NOSE AND NASAL CAVITY 2. PHARYNX 3. LARYNX 4. TRACHEA 5. BRONCHI 6. LUNGS AND ALVEOLI
Why is oxygen important to human body?
Oxygen is important to human body because it aid in breathing
How does the larynx work with other organ to keep your body healthy?
The Larnyx is a part of the Respiratory System, so it helps you breath and speak. The Larnyx is also called 'the voice box'. The Larynx is a very important part of your body :)
