Larynx and Speech Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the respiratory function of the larynx?
A
Airflow regulation
2
Q
How is the protective function of the karynx achieved?
A
By glottic closure and cough reflex
3
Q
What does tension of the vocal cords do to the pitch of voice?
A
Increase pitch
4
Q
What does relaxtion of the vocal cords do to the voice pitch?
A
Decreases pitch
5
Q
What does adduction of thr vocal cords do to voice pitch?
A
Quietens the voice pitch
6
Q
What does abduction of thr vocal cords do to the voice pitch?
A
Makes the voice louder
7
Q
What cranial nerve innverates the muscles of the larynx?
A
CN X
8
Q
What do the cricothyroid muscles do to the vocal ligament?
A
Tense the vocal ligament
9
Q
What do the thyroarytenoid muscles do to the vocal ligament?
A
Relax the vocal ligament
