Phonetics/Pronunciation Terminology

So, were taking our first strides into Mandarin Chinese phonics and pronunciation. On the website that I shared in the previous post, there are three ways to learn each sound, a graphic demonstration, a step-by-step explanation, and a video with an actual human mouth. I think using all three is the best method, might be something one letter can show you with an actual human mouth while some of the sounds, all the action is happening inside where we cannot see, and we really depend on the graphics and literal explanations.

Before we get too deep, we should stop and take some time to learn all the terminology related to pronunciation. What exactly and where exactly is our oral cavity, our soft palate, our hard palate, nasal cavity, vocal chords and others. If we understand these terms more inately, our learning of future sounds will go that much quicker. Let's invest the time now in order to reap the rewards later. I will look for a comprehensive list of terms and some good explanations, graphics and images for us. Let me know if you find anything good in that regard.

How are those cookies?? I'm making hard-boiled eggs right now...not the same as a peanut butter cookie though...