The Lower Pair of Folds in the Mucous Membrane of the Larynx

question 137

True/False

The lower pair of folds in the mucous membrane of the larynx serve as the true vocal cords.

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Definitions:

Meissner's Corpuscles

Specialized nerve endings in the skin sensitive to light touch and texture.

Pacinian Corpuscles

Pacinian corpuscles are nerve endings in the skin sensitive to pressure and vibration, playing a crucial role in the sensation of touch.

Ruffini Corpuscles

Specialized sensory receptors located in the skin and joints that detect stretch, deformation within joints, and warmth.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobes of the brain, involved in complex behaviors such as planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.