Adam's apple

The Adam's apple is a visible bump in the front of the neck, formed by the thyroid cartilage surrounding the larynx, or voice box. It is more prominent in males because the larynx grows larger and more prominent during puberty, influencing voice deepening. The prominence is caused by the angle of the thyroid cartilage, which widens and protrudes outward. While often associated with males, both genders have a thyroid cartilage, but differences in size and angle determine the visibility of the Adam’s apple. It plays a key role in protecting the vocal cords and facilitating breathing and speech.