Muscles of mastication develops from__________________?
Correct answer: A. 1stbranchial arch
- A. 1stbranchial arch
- B. 2nd branchial arch
- C. 3rd branchial arch
- D. 6th branchial arch
Explanation
The muscles of mastication develop from mesoderm of the first pharyngeal arch and are supplied by the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve. The second arch instead forms muscles of facial expression.
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