Question

Statement 1: Vocal cords close when we speak.​
Statement 2: Vocal cords open during breathing to allow air into lungs.​

Answer 1

We know that the sound is produced by our throat, which has a larynx.

• Vocal cords are present in the voice box and are the ones which vibrate and help in producing sound.
• When we speak, vocal cords get stretched across the voice box and are in nearly closed position in such a way that it leaves a narrow slit between them for the passage of air.
• The rest of the time, the vocal cords are relaxed in an open position so that we can breathe.

Therefore, both the statements are correct.