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The tongue is attached to the floor of oral/buccal cavity by(a) Epiglottis(b) Frenulum(c) Gubernaculums(d) Mesentery
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The epiglottis is a small movable lid located just above the larynx. Its purpose is to prevent food and drink from entering the windpipe. So, this option is incorrect. The frenulum is a fold of mucus membrane that attaches the underside of the tongue to the Show more…
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