palatoglossal arch

anterior pillar of fauces

A fold that lies between the mouth and pharynx and marks the posterior border of the mouth.

Type Organ
Body System Digestive
Latin Name anterior pillar of fauces
FMA ID 55024

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the palatoglossal arch?
A fold that lies between the mouth and pharynx and marks the posterior border of the mouth.
What body system is the palatoglossal arch part of?
The palatoglossal arch is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the palatoglossal arch?
The Latin name for the palatoglossal arch is anterior pillar of fauces.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.