Question

Vocal cords in adult males are

• A. thinner and shorter
• B. thicker and longer
• C. thicker and shorter
• D. thinner and longer

Answer 1

The correct option is B thicker and longer

The vocal cords are two bands of smooth muscle tissue found in the larynx which vibrates to produce sound. In adult males, the vocal cords are thicker and longer. This helps in the production of low pitch voice (e.g:- the roar of a lion).
In adult human females, the vocal cords are thinner and shorter. This helps in the production of high pitch sound (e.g:- like the buzzing of a mosquito).