The tough,light pink,keratinized tissue that covers the hard palate and includes the attached gingiva is _____ mucosa.

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The description given in the question matches that of masticatory mucosa, which is characterized by being tough, keratinized, and covering the hard palate, as well as including attached gingiva. A is incorrect because specialized mucosa is typically found in areas such as the taste buds on the tongue. B is incorrect because lining mucosa is non-keratinized and not found on the hard palate. C is incorrect because gingival mucosa refers specifically to the tissue surrounding the teeth.

The Tough,light Pink,keratinized Tissue That Covers the Hard Palate and Includes