The laryngeal cartilage associated with the bifurcation of the pharynx into the trachea and esophagus is the
A)corniculate.
B)epiglottis.
C)thyroid cartilage.
D)arytenoid.
E)cricoid.

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The cricoid cartilage is the only laryngeal cartilage that forms a complete ring around the trachea. It is located at the bifurcation of the pharynx into the trachea and esophagus.

The Laryngeal Cartilage Associated with the Bifurcation of the Pharynx