12 Questions
How many muscles does the human tongue have?
Eight muscles
What is the primary function of the tongue?
Manipulating food for mastication
Which type of muscles act to change the shape of the tongue?
Intrinsic muscles
Which muscles of the human tongue act to change the position of the tongue?
Extrinsic muscles
What is the secondary function of the human tongue?
Phonetic articulation
What is the primary function of the papillae and taste buds on the upper surface of the tongue?
The primary organ of taste
How many muscles of the human tongue are classified as intrinsic?
Four
What is the main function of the human tongue in phonetic articulation?
Acting as a secondary function for phonetic articulation
What are the functions of the human tongue?
The functions of the human tongue include manipulating food for mastication, serving as the primary organ of taste, contributing to phonetic articulation, and cleaning the teeth.
How are the eight muscles of the human tongue classified?
The eight muscles of the human tongue are classified as either intrinsic or extrinsic.
What is the role of the intrinsic muscles of the human tongue?
The intrinsic muscles of the human tongue act to change the shape of the tongue and are not attached to any bone.
How do the extrinsic muscles of the human tongue function?
The extrinsic muscles of the human tongue act to change the position of the tongue and are anchored to bone.
This quiz explores the functions and related terminology of the tongue, including its role in food manipulation, taste perception, phonetic articulation, and dental hygiene. It also delves into the muscles of the tongue.
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