Differences Between Glottis and Epiglottis
Glottis |
Epiglottis |
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Shape | Depending on the respiration condition can be triangular or flat. | Its shape determines by the glottis, present on the glottis. |
Voice type | Glottis determines voice type. | It is charged to help in voice production but does not have any role in its type. |
Location | Glottis presents below the epiglottis. | It presents above the glottis and covers the larynx. |
Significance | The main role in voice production. | Its main role is preventing food from entering the larynx. |
Movement | Every time of breath glottis moves upward direction. | Epiglottis always moves in a downward direction. |
During Swallowing | Glottis moves in an upward direction. | Epiglottis moves downward direction. |
Conclusion:
Glotiss and Epiglotiss are anatomical organs, both plays important role in covering the larynx and production of sound. They cover the larynx to prevent the food to enter it. During swallowing and sound production, the glottis always moves in an upward direction instead of in a downward direction. Glottis have characteristics to change their shape according to the force applied to them that’s why it produces different types of voice. Epiglottis covers the glottis and helps in voice production and maintains the anatomical shape of the glottis.
Difference Between Glottis and Epiglottis
The basic difference between the glottis and epiglottis is, the glottis opens the windpipe between the larynx, and it also determines the voice type, it is also known as the RIMA glottis present between the larynx. Epiglottis is present in the superior of the glottis during the opening of the windpipe, and it does not play any role in the production of the voice. Glottis and Epiglottis both are charged organs and play role in the intake of food and voice production.