Quiz on Oral Biology

What is the function of the oral mucosa?

• Respiration

• Protection

• Digestion

• Excretion

Where are the circumvallate papillae located on the tongue?

• Tip of the tongue

• Lateral borders

• Middle of the tongue

• Back of the tongue

What is the main function of the gingival ligament?

• Tasting food

• Regulating temperature

• Producing saliva

• Supporting the teeth

Which type of papillae on the tongue are responsible for sweet and salty taste sensations?

• Filiform papillae

• Foliate papillae

• Fungiform papillae

• Circumvallate papillae

What is the role of the attachment epithelium at the dento-gingival junction?

• Attaching the gingiva to the tooth

• Secreting enzymes

• Regulating temperature

• Producing saliva

Where is the lingual tonsil located on the tongue?

• Tip of the tongue

• Lateral borders

• Back of the tongue

• Middle of the tongue

What is the main function of the Von Ebner salivary glands?

• Producing mucus

• Regulating temperature

• Producing saliva

• Tasting food

Which type of epithelium covers the soft palate?

• Keratinized

• Non-keratinized

• Stratified cuboidal

• Simple squamous

What is the purpose of the taste buds on the tongue?

• Producing enzymes

• Detecting taste sensations

• Secreting saliva

• Regulating temperature

What is the main difference between the free gingiva and attached gingiva?

• Mobility

• Texture

• Thickness

• Color