The Tongue____________?

Correct answer: A. Separated from the epiglottis by gloss epiglottic folds

  • A. Separated from the epiglottis by gloss epiglottic folds
  • B. Contains foramen caecum which is present on the dorsum of frenulum
  • C. Contains 6 - 10 circumvallate papilla located posterior to sulcus terminals
  • D. Embryologically derives from 1st branchial arch only

Explanation

The tongue is separated from the epiglottis by the median and two lateral glossoepiglottic folds, forming the valleculae between them. The foramen caecum lies at the apex of the sulcus terminalis, and circumvallate papillae lie anterior to it.

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