Which of the following are involved in formation of the tongue (select all that apply)?
A) Lateral lingual swellings
B) Tuberculum impar
C) Fifth pharyngeal arch
D) Copula
E) Frontal prominence

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Basic structures involved in development of the tongue include the lateral lingual swellings, the tuberculum impar, and the copula. Also pertinent, a small depression in the middle of the tongue, the foramen cecum, is a developmental landmark. The fifth pharyngeal arch is not involved. It degenerates and forms nothing of consequence. The frontal prominence is the precursor to the forehead area.

Which of the Following Are Involved in Formation of the Tongue