Which of the Following Is NOT a Necessary Function of the Tongue

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a necessary function of the tongue?

• A) swallowing
• B) chewing
• C) taste
• D) speech

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Definitions:

Primates

An order of mammals including humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians, characterized by high intelligence and dexterous hands.

Convergent Evolution

The process by which organisms not closely related independently evolve similar traits as a result of having to adapt to similar environments or ecological niches.

Placental

Pertaining to the placenta, an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy that provides oxygen and nutrients to and removes waste materials from the developing fetus.

Marsupial

A class of mammals, primarily found in Australia and the Americas, characterized by giving birth to relatively undeveloped offspring that typically complete their development in a pouch.