This page explains the anatomy and function of the larynx, a cartilaginous structure connecting the pharynx to the trachea. It highlights key components including the thyroid, epiglottis, and cricoid ...This page explains the anatomy and function of the larynx, a cartilaginous structure connecting the pharynx to the trachea. It highlights key components including the thyroid, epiglottis, and cricoid cartilages, noting the prominence of the thyroid in males. The larynx also contains smaller paired cartilages—arytenoids, corniculates, and cuneiforms—that play a role in vocal cord movement, essential for speech production.
