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Hyoid Apparatus - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
The hyoid apparatus holds the [[Larynx - Anatomy & Physiology|larynx]] in place and supports the [[Pharynx - Antomy & Physiology|pharynx]] and [[Oral Cavity - Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology|tongue]] from the skull.
The hyoid apparatus holds the [[Larynx - Anatomy & Physiology|larynx]] in place and supports the [[Pharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|pharynx]] and [[Oral Cavity - Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology|tongue]] from the skull.
It is made up of 5 different bones which vary in length and size depending on the species.
It is made up of 5 different bones which vary in length and size depending on the species.