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7 Cards in this Set
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What are the “vocal organs”
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The anatomy used to produce speech
Lungs, trachea, larynx(including the focal folds and cords), pharynx, nasal cavity (nose), and oral cavity (mouth) |
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What are the ends of the ‘tube’ used in speech production?
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The tube starts at the Lungs and ends at the Lips.
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What anatomical parts make up the vocal tract?
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Area superior to the larynx – contains the pharynx, nasal cavity (nose), oral cavity (mouth)
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What is/where is the nasal cavity?
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Tongue, lips and soft palate.
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What is/where is the oral cavity?
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The oral cavity forms a right angle with the throat, with only the epiglottis and the vocal cords preventing food from entering lungs.
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Which is larger: oral cavities or nasal cavities?
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Nasal cavities are larger. (larger cavity = lower freq because it is a bigger space)
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How are the vocal folds set in vibration? (what is the source)
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The source of air comes from a burst of air from the lungs.
Technically speaking: muscles in the chest and abdomen squeeze and relax, this forces air out of the lungs or allowing the air to go back into the lungs. |
