Pharynx Oropharynx Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 5 anatomical parts of the tongue.
A
tip (apex)
blade
front
back
dorsum
2
Q
How many segments of the tongue are there?
A
5
3
Q
What are the 3 groups of segments that work together?
A
- 1,2,3
- 3,4,5
- 1 and 2 working against 4 and 5
4
Q
What facilitates active forces in the tongue?
A
Muscle movement
5
Q
What are passive forces in the tongue?
A
Surface tension, gravity.
6
Q
What are frenulum?
A
The little middle lines that connect the lips to the gums.
7
Q
Please name the 5 lifting angular muscles.
A
Lifters:
1. Levator labii superioris
2. Levator labii superioris alique nasi
3. Levator anguli oris
4. Zygomatic Major
5. Zygomatic Minor
8
Q
Name the 3 depressing angular muscles.
A
- Depressor labii inferioris
- Depresor anguli oris
- Mentalis
9
Q
Describe the width of the pharynx.
A
Widest up top, narrower below.
