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Anatomy and Physiology of the Head and Neck Quiz

#1

Which bone forms the forehead and the superior part of the eye orbits?

Frontal bone
Explanation

Forms forehead and superior eye orbits.

#2

Which muscle is responsible for closing the jaw?

Masseter
Explanation

Responsible for jaw closure.

#3

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the pharynx?

Larynx
Explanation

Larynx is not part of pharynx.

#4

Which of the following bones does NOT contain a sinus?

Mandible
Explanation

Mandible lacks sinus.

#5

Which of the following cranial nerves is responsible for controlling the muscles of facial expression?

Facial nerve (CN VII)
Explanation

Controls facial expression muscles.

#6

The parotid gland secretes which substance?

Saliva
Explanation

Secretes saliva.

#7

Which bone houses the pituitary gland?

Sphenoid bone
Explanation

Houses pituitary gland.

#8

What is the primary function of the hyoid bone?

To support the tongue and provide attachment for muscles of the tongue and larynx
Explanation

Supports tongue and laryngeal muscles.

#9

What is the primary function of the nasal conchae (turbinates)?

To warm and humidify inhaled air
Explanation

Warm and humidify inhaled air.

#10

Which artery supplies blood to the brain?

Carotid artery
Explanation

Supplies blood to the brain.

#11

Which of the following structures is responsible for maintaining equilibrium and balance?

Semicircular canals
Explanation

Maintains equilibrium and balance.

#12

Which of the following structures is NOT a part of the lymphatic system in the head and neck?

Paranasal sinuses
Explanation

Sinuses are not part of lymphatic system.

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