First pharyngeal arc derivatives include which of the following structures ?
Correct answer: B. Maxillary process
- A. Hyoid bone
- B. Maxillary process
- C. Stapes
- D. Styloid process
Explanation
The first pharyngeal arch forms the maxillary and mandibular processes, along with muscles of mastication and the trigeminal nerve association. The hyoid, stapes and styloid process are mainly derivatives of later arches.
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