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The human Larynx (also known as the voice box) is a structure which is situated in the throat region. It forms part of the Trachea; a major part of the larynx is to produce sound. The larynx does not only produce sound its also a major function of swallowing food. This process is when the human swallows food the larynx shut’s down the air channel stopping the food from entering the Trachea. The larynx is located below the base of the hyoid bone and directly under the tongue in the throat which is also known as a soft plate, This soft plate contains vocal cords which is used by muscles. The walls which support the larynx are made from supportive cartilages

These Structures below assist the production of sound in the larynx This diagram is usefull as it gives an idea where each of the functions are located :

Epiglotis- Is a thin elastic cartilage structure located behind the tongue

Nasal cavity - is a large air filled space behind and above the nose in the middle of the face.

Soft palate – is a muscular part on the roof of the mouth. It is located directly behind the hard palate. There is no bone in the soft palate therefore being soft.

Tongue- is located at the bottom of the mouth, it is made from muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane. The tongue allows the human to talk and swallow food.

Larynx - is located below the base of the hyoid bone and directly under the tongue in the throat which is also known as a soft plate

Vocal cords- are to muscles which are located on both sides of the larynx, which is near the adams apple , this allows the human to produce sound by thevibration when both vocal cords come together.