When air passes through the glottis, which structures vibrate to produce sound?
A) Thyroid folds
B) Ventricular folds
C) Epiglottal cords
D) Cricohyoid folds
E) Vocal folds (cords)

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The vocal folds (cords), located in the larynx, vibrate when air passes through the glottis, producing sound. This is the primary mechanism for sound production in speech and singing.

When Air Passes Through the Glottis, Which Structures Vibrate to Produce