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your larynx or (voicebox)
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Why are our voices different when we all have the same larynx?
Just as individuals have different heights and body shapes, the size and shape of internal organs also differs. In the larnyx, the bands of tissue called the vocal cords are held in place across the opening, and vibrate to produce sound.The relative thickness or tightness affects the sound produced, and we can control this when we speak in a high-pitched (alto or falsetto) or low-pitched (bass) tone. The basic condition of the tissue determines the range of possible sounds. Cords that are thick or slack produce lower tones, while those that are thin or tight produce higher-pitched tones. For this reason, children's voices and women's voices are generally higher pitched while men have a lower pitch.
Since the protrusion of the Adam's apple is caused by the enlarging of the larynx and hence resulting in a deeper voice-Do guys with high-pitched voices still have a protruding Adam's apple?
Not all men with high-pitched voices have a highly prominent Adam's apple, as the size of the larynx can vary among individuals. The size of the Adam's apple is influenced by factors like genetics and hormonal levels, and may not always directly correlate with voice pitch.
What organ helps you speak?
There are several organs of the human body that help in speaking. They include the lungs, larynx, vocal folds, and the tongue. The teeth, jaw and articulators also help when a person is speaking.
What things can be heard?
Sounds, voices, music, noises, animals, nature, machines, and various other auditory stimuli can be heard.
Why do boys' voices crack during puberty?
A child has a small larynx and thin vocal cords, which creates a higher pitched voice. When boys hit puberty, they have an increase in testosterone, which causes a lengthening of the larynx and a thickening of the vocal cords. And as children grow, the cavities in their noses and throats enlarge, allowing more space for sound to resonate. All these changes combined result in a lowered voice.The whole process takes place gradually, but when there is a period of rapid growth, the muscles involved can struggle to properly control the vocal cords. This causes some boys to experience a “crack” or “squeak” in their voices from time to time. It’s completely normal and usually only lasts a few months.
What is the area of the throat that contains the vocal cords and produces vocal sounds?
The area of the throat that contains the vocal cords and produces vocal sounds is called the larynx. The vocal cords, also known as vocal folds, vibrate when air passes through them, producing sound. The larynx is often referred to as the voice box.
What produce the sound of voices in the larynx?
Vocal chords
Why do women think they can sing?
Women think they can sing because they have higher pitched voices and feel like they have the ability to range their vocal chords up to a higher pitch causing the larynx to produce a note that sounds beautiful!
How has technology affected music?
Music used to be purely instruments and voices of the artists. Now it is possible to produce and sound imaginable on a computer and music is made up of many sounds and auto-tuned voices.
Are sounds produced the same or different?
Sounds are produced differently based on the source that creates them. For example, musical instruments produce sounds through vibrations of strings or air, whereas voices produce sounds through vocal cord vibrations. Each source has its unique characteristics that affect the quality and pitch of the sound produced.
Why are our voices different when we all have the same larynx?
Just as individuals have different heights and body shapes, the size and shape of internal organs also differs. In the larnyx, the bands of tissue called the vocal cords are held in place across the opening, and vibrate to produce sound.The relative thickness or tightness affects the sound produced, and we can control this when we speak in a high-pitched (alto or falsetto) or low-pitched (bass) tone. The basic condition of the tissue determines the range of possible sounds. Cords that are thick or slack produce lower tones, while those that are thin or tight produce higher-pitched tones. For this reason, children's voices and women's voices are generally higher pitched while men have a lower pitch.
Why is male voice louder than female voice?
Male voices are generally louder than female voices due to anatomical differences, particularly the size and structure of the vocal cords and the larynx. Males typically have longer and thicker vocal cords, which produce lower frequencies and greater sound intensity. Moreover, the larger resonating chambers in males help amplify their voices. These physiological factors contribute to the perception that male voices are louder than female voices.
Actors voices.. music and abstract sounds.. and sounds identifiable from a recognizable source are?
*verbal, nonverbal and realistic sounds
How does an elephant respond if threatened?
they communicate with voices and sounds
What category of sounds dissipates stress?
The diversity of nature's voices.
What changes your voices sound waves into digital sounds?
microphone
Will your voice change?
Yes, during puberty, men's voices change. As their larynx (voice box) develops, the sound made gets deeper.
