This Pathological Lesion Seen on the Dorsal Surface of the Tongue

question 18

Multiple Choice

This pathological lesion seen on the dorsal surface of the tongue is characteristic of:

• A)fissured tongue.
• B)hairy tongue.
• C)median rhomboid glossitis.
• D)migratory glossitis.

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Definitions:

Plasticity

The ability of the brain to change and adapt as a result of experience, indicating its flexibility in learning and memory.

Localization

The concept or process of identifying the specific location or area within a larger context, such as localizing a function within the brain.

Lateralization

The preference of certain brain functions or thought processes to be more prevalent in one brain hemisphere over the other.

Neurogenesis

Neurogenesis is the process of formation of new neurons in the brain, contributing to brain plasticity and regeneration.