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Which part of the mouth forms the anterior portion of the roof of the mouth?
What are the irregular ridges in the mucous membrane covering the anterior portion of the hard palate called?
What is the small soft tissue projection that hangs from the soft palate called?
Which part of the mouth aids in the production of sounds and speech?
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What are the small raised areas on the tongue that contain taste buds called?
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Study Notes
Anatomy of the Mouth
- The anterior portion of the roof of the mouth is formed by the hard palate.
- Irregular ridges in the mucous membrane covering the anterior part of the hard palate are known as palatine rugae, which aid in the manipulation of food.
- The small soft tissue projection that hangs from the soft palate is called the uvula, which plays a role in speech and swallowing.
- The tongue plays a crucial role in the production of sounds and speech by assisting in articulation and manipulating airflow.
- Small raised areas on the tongue that contain taste buds are called papillae, which are essential for the sense of taste.
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Test your knowledge of the major parts of the oral cavity in anatomy and physiology with this interactive quiz. Learn about the cheeks, lips, hard palate, and more as you label Figure 5-1. Perfect for students studying oral cavity anatomy.
