sublingua
second tongue
A secondary tongue located below the primary tongue in prosimian primates and some primitive mammals. This structure does not have taste buds or salivary glands.
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| Tipo | Gland |
| Estructura principal | digestive system element |
| Nombre latino | second tongue |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sublingua?
A secondary tongue located below the primary tongue in prosimian primates and some primitive mammals. This structure does not have taste buds or salivary glands.
What is the Latin name for the sublingua?
The Latin name for the sublingua is second tongue.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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