Because it is enlarged upper end of the trachea that houses the vocal chords...
because the larynx has aids
Inflammation of the pharynx is called as pharyngitis. inflammation of the larynx is called as laryngitis. Usually they do not come together.
Inflammation of the pharynx is called as pharyngitis. inflammation of the larynx is called as laryngitis. Usually they do not come together.
The opening into the top of the larynx is called the epiglottis. It is a flap of elastic cartilage that covers the larynx during swallowing to prevent food and liquids from entering the respiratory tract.
The larynx is the part of the body that is found in the front of the throat, or neck. There are three parts to a larynx. This organ is also called the voice box.
epiglottis
The cartilage covering the opening of the larynx is called the epiglottis. It keeps food or liquids from entering the larynx when we swallow.
It's called the 'epiglottis'.
The superior opening into the larynx is called the glottis. It is formed by the vocal folds and is responsible for regulating the passage of air into the respiratory system.
It is called the voice box or the larynx, I would say larynx is its more official scientific name. And people just called it the voice box to make it easier to remember, I am guessing.
The word larynx is a noun and is also known as the voice box. Singing a lot of high notes irritated Mary Jo's larynx.The larynx is also called the voice box.Smoking can cause cancer of the larynx.
The Adams Apple is called the larynx. During puberty, in males, the larynx enlarges and protrudes through the throat.