The hyoid bone is unique because ________

A) None of the listed responses is correct.
B) it is shaped like a plow
C) it is covered with mucosa
D) it does not articulate with any other bones


D
Explanation:
A) One of the listed responses is correct.
B) The hyoid bone is not unique because it is U-shaped.
C) The hyoid bone is surrounded by ligaments and muscles of the throat and neck.

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