Velaric Airstream Mechanism Quiz Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What direction does the air flow in the production of clicks?
A
Ingressive
2
Q
Clicks can be made in what places of articulation?
A
alveolar, dental, bilabial
3
Q
What is the initiator used in the velaric airstream mechanism?
A
the tongue
4
Q
Where is the back closure of the oral cavity in the velaric airstream mechanism?
A
velum
5
Q
What direction does the front of the tongue move in the production of clicks?
A
down and back
6
Q
What happens to the air pressure between the back and front constriction when the tongue is pulled back and down?
A
air pressure drops
