A narrow slit at the opening between the true vocal folds is the:

A) epiglottis.
B) glottis.
C) ventricular fold.
D) entrance to the glottis.

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A narrow slit at the opening between the true vocal folds is the:A)  epiglottis.B)  glottis.C)  ventricular fold.D)  entrance to the glottis.

Serenity Conrad · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  The glottis is the narrow opening between the true vocal folds where airflow passes through during speech and breathing. The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the larynx during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airway. The ventricular fold, also known as the false vocal fold, is located above the true vocal folds and helps to close the larynx during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airway. The entrance to the glottis could refer to either the overall opening of the larynx or the specific opening between the true vocal folds. However, the term glottis specifically refers to the opening between the true vocal folds.

A narrow slit at the opening between the true vocal folds is the:

A) epiglottis.
B) glottis.
C) ventricular fold.
D) entrance to the glottis.

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