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on: Jun 27, 2018
The opening through the vocal cords is called the:
 
  A) glottis
  B) adenoids
  C) epiglottis
  D) thyroid cartilage

Question 2

The combining form that means embryo is ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: The opening through the vocal cords is called the glottis. The epiglottis sits above the glottis. The adenoids are the pharyngeal tonsils. Thyroid cartilage is commonly called the Adam's apple.

Answer to Question 2

embry/o; embryo


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