The body of the tongue is held to the floor of the oral cavity by a flap of mucous membrane called the lingual ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


frenulum
The lingual frenulum holds the body of the tongue to the floor of the oral cavity.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A) spinal B) intravenous C) epidural D) A and C

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Which of the following is NOT done when using clippers?

A. Hold the clipper blade flat against the hair B. Use a clipper guard when clipping or shaving C. Use cool lube to prevent over-heating D. Clip against the hair

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The torso of the human body is also called the:

A. ribs. B. thoracic cavity. C. sternum. D. thoracic vertebrae.

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