Which one of the following is correct regarding larynx ?

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  1. It houses the vocal cords.
  2. It is a bony box.
  3. It prevents the invading pathogens into the trachea.
  4. It is an organ made of cartilage and connects the pharynx to the trachea.

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Option 1 : It houses the vocal cords.
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The correct answer is It houses the vocal cords.

Key Points

  • The larynx is part of your respiratory system.
  • It’s a hollow tube that’s about 4 to 5 centimeters (cm) in length and width.
  • The larynx is divided into three parts:
    • The upper part (supraglottis).
    • The middle part (glottis).
    • The lower part (subglottis).

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