Multiple choice

Which of the following is an anatomical structure that is a small fold of mucous membrane that extends from the floor of the mouth to the midline of the underside of the tongue?

  1. Sublingual caruncle

  2. Plica fimbriata

  3. Frenulum of tongue

  4. Glossoepiglottic fold

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Explanation

Frenulum of tongue is a small fold of mucous membrane that extends from the floor of the mouth to the midline of the underside of the tongue. It tends to limit the movement of the tongue.