Question

Distinguish between the following :

Pharynx and Larynx.

Answer 1

Pharynx	Laryix
1. Pharynx is a short, vertical tube	1. Larynx is a sound producing organ located at the end of pharynx
2. Mouth leads to the pharynx.	2. Larynx leads to the oesophagus.
3. Vocal cords are absent.	3. Vocal cords are present.
4. Pharynx does not increase in size at the time of puberty.	4. Larynx increases in size at the time of puberty.
5. Pharynx does not show Adam’s apple.	5. Larynx shows Adam’s apple in adult males.