A __________ __________ Occurs When a Small Initial Perturbation Affects

question 36

Short Answer

A __________ __________ occurs when a small initial perturbation affects another component of the system, which amplifies the original effect.

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Definitions:

Epiglottis

A leaf-shaped flap of cartilage located behind the tongue, which closes over the windpipe during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airways.

Vocal Folds

Vocal folds, also known as vocal cords, are muscular structures in the larynx that vibrate to produce sound when air is expelled from the lungs, facilitating speech and singing.

Vibration Frequency

The number of oscillations per unit of time of a vibrating system, usually measured in hertz (Hz).

Glottis

The opening between the vocal cords in the larynx, involved in producing vocal sounds.