Safety muscle of tongue is______________?
Correct answer: B. Genioglossus
- A. Hyoglossus
- B. Genioglossus
- C. Palatoglossus
- D. Styloglossus
Explanation
Genioglossus is called the safety muscle because its activity prevents the tongue from falling backward and obstructing the airway. Its contraction also protrudes the tongue.
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