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Larynx

Posted February 12, 2016 by Robert Hooper

The larynx is located at the upper portion of the trachea and at the bottom of the pharynx. It is commonly known as the voice box and serves as the entryway into the trachea. It is the organ of speech where the vocal cords are located.

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