Question

activity 17: quiz
module: nervous
topic: structures / type: combination

what structure is highlighted?

a. von ebners glands
b. cutaneous distribution of t10 intercostal n.
c. taste bud
d. general sensory distribution of glossopharyngeal n. (cn ix)
e. vallate papilla

Explanation:

Identify the highlighted structure

Using the Tongue Histology and Vallate Papilla knowledge points

• The histological section shows a large, dome-shaped mucosal projection on the tongue surface surrounded by a deep circular furrow (trench).
• The green highlighted structures are located deep in the lamina propria beneath the trench of the vallate papilla.
• These serous salivary glands that drain directly into the base of the circular furrow are known as von Ebner's glands (gustatory glands).

Answer:

• A. von Ebner's glands (Correct answer)
• B. Cutaneous distribution of T10 intercostal n.
• C. Taste bud
• D. General sensory distribution of glossopharyngeal n. (CN IX)
• E. Vallate papilla