Process of Speech
by Vittoria Romano
Process, Definition and Anatomical Structures
Process Definition Anatomical Structures
- Phonation - The noise source - Larynx vocal folds
- Brain - The computer center -Cerebrum, midbrain, pons, and spinal cord
- Resonation - The tone shaper -Pharynx, mouth, nasal cavities
- Respiration - Power supply - Thoracic muscles & abdominal muscles
- Articulation - produces speech sounds - Lips, teeth, hard/soft palate, jaw &
alveo ridge