The scientific study of the glottis and its role in producing voice and speech sounds.
From Greek 'glotta' (tongue) + '-logy' (study of). This field emerged in the 19th century when scientists could finally see inside the voice box using special mirrors.
Glottology revealed why singers can hit high notes and why your voice cracks when you're nervous—it's all controlled by tiny vocal cords that vibrate differently depending on how tight they are!
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