Question

At the time of puberty, there is a rapid change in voice in males than females. This is because

• A. Larynx grows rapidly in males than females
• B. Larynx becomes reduced in females
• C. Additional larynx is formed in males
• D. Some part of the larynx degenerates in males

Answer 1

The correct option is A Larynx grows rapidly in males than females

Adult male voices are usually deeper males have larger folds. The male vocal folds are between 17 mm and 25 mm in length. The difference in vocal fold size between men and women means that their voices have a different pitch. During adolescence, the thyroid cartilage grows together with the larynx. Consequently, the laryngeal prominence grows in size mainly in men.

So the correct answer is 'Larynx grows rapidly in males than females'.