The most prominent cartilage in the anterior larynx is the thyroid cartilage. The thyroid cartilage is a shield shaped structure made of hyaline cartilage.
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The thyroid cartilage is the specific cartilage in the larynx that gives the appearance of an Adam's apple, particularly in males due to its larger size and prominence compared to females.
The thyrohyoid membrane connects the thyroid cartilage to the hyoid bone in the neck, indicating its anatomical location between the thyroid cartilage and the hyoid bone.
Another name for the voice box is the larynx.
In vertebrate anatomy, the throat (Latin gula) is the anterior part of the neck, in front of the vertebral column. It consists of the pharynx and larynx. An important feature of the throat is the epiglottis, a flap which separates the esophagus.
The type of cartilage that is attached to the sternum is hyaline cartilage. This specific type of cartilage provides cushioning and structural support to the sternum, helping to allow for rib cage movement during breathing.