HomeKROK Question Archive
Exam questionKROK 1Dentistry ยท 2021

Histologic examination of a biopsy specimen shows a structure of the oral cavity composed of the bone tissue, which is covered by stratified squamous non-keratinizing epithelium and lamina propria. The specimen has also minor mucous salivary glands. In all parts of the lamina propria the collagenous fibers form thick bundles that bind the mucosa to the periosteum. Based on these findings, which of the following structures is the most likely presented?

Answer options

  1. Lip
  2. Cheek
  3. Hard palate
  4. Tongue
  5. Soft palate
Correct answer

Hard palate

This educational archive is provided by KROKEXAM and is not an official testing authority publication.