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Where are the palatine tonsils located?
Where are the palatine tonsils located?
- In the oral part of the pharynx (correct)
- In the trachea
- In the nasal cavity
- In the larynx
What covers the medial surface of the palatine tonsils?
What covers the medial surface of the palatine tonsils?
- Areolar tissue
- Mucous membrane (correct)
- Superior constrictor muscle
- Fibrous capsule
When does the palatine tonsil reach its maximum size?
When does the palatine tonsil reach its maximum size?
- During adolescence
- During early childhood (correct)
- During old age
- During adulthood
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Test your knowledge on the palatine tonsils with this quiz! Discover the location, structure, and histology of this important lymphoid tissue. Challenge yourself with questions on the tonsillar crypts and mucous membrane covering. Become an expert on the palatine tonsils and their role in the immune system!