Question

Identify the sound-producing organ in mammals.

• A. Pharynx
• B. Syrinx
• C. Larynx
• D. Adam's apple

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Larynx

The correct option is C:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. In mammals, the larynx is the sound-producing organ.
2. It contains the vocal cords and controls the amount of air entering the windpipe, thus vibrating the vocal cords and creating sound waves.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. The pharynx regulates the passage of air to the lungs.
2. It pushes food and liquid into the oesophagus.

Option B:

Syrinx is the sound-producing organ in the Aves.

Option D:

Adam's apple surrounds the larynx and protects it from injury.

Final answer: Larynx is the sound-producing organ in mammals.