Which of the following cartilages of the larynx is correctly matched to its description?

A) thyroid cartilage-prominent ventral cartilage deep to the ventral neck muscles
B) cricoid cartilage-occupy the dorsal surface of the larynx
C) epiglottis-the only complete ring of cartilage in the respiratory tract
D) arytenoid cartilage-covers the glottis during swallowing

Thyroid Cartilage

A large cartilage that forms the anterior wall of the larynx and provides support and protection; commonly known as the Adam's apple.

Cricoid Cartilage

The ring-shaped cartilage of the larynx, located below the thyroid cartilage, serving as a point of attachment for muscles, ligaments, and membranes involved in opening and closing the airway and in speech production.

Epiglottis

A piece of cartilage at the tongue's base that moves down when swallowing to block the windpipe's entrance.