alleryThe opening between vocal cords through which air passes into the windpipe is called:
ALarynx
BPharynx
CGlottis
DEpiglottis
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Glottis
1. The GLOTTIS is the opening between the vocal cords.
2. The EPIGLOTTIS is a flap that closes the glottis while swallowing to prevent food entering the windpipe.
3. Larynx = voice box (cartilage structure containing the vocal cords).
_Source: syllabus Science Ch 5 §5.2.2 Human Respiratory System_
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