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what is the function of the genioglossus muscle of the tongue?
pull the tongue down and back
pull the tongue forward
raise the tongue
pull the tongue up and back
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The genioglossus muscle is a paired extrinsic muscle of the tongue. Its main function is to protrude (pull forward) the tongue. When it contracts, it helps in moving the tongue anteriorly.
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