Protrusion of tongue is brought out by ______________?
Correct answer: A. Genioglossus
- A. Genioglossus
- B. Intrinsic muscles of tongue
- C. Styloglossus
- D. Palatoglossus
Explanation
Genioglossus projects the tongue forward because its muscle fibres arise from the mandible and insert into the tongue. Styloglossus retracts and elevates the tongue, while palatoglossus elevates its posterior part.
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