Difference between revisions of "Avian Hard Palate"
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| + | *Numerous [[Salivary Glands - Anatomy & Physiology|salivary glands]] are present in the submucosa | ||
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| + | *Salivary secretions are mainly mucous with some amylase | ||
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| + | *Thick layer of stratified squamous epithelium | ||
==Test yourself with the Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards== | ==Test yourself with the Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards== | ||
Revision as of 18:17, 10 December 2010
Introduction
The avian hard palate contains a slit-like opening called the choanal opening which communicates with the nasal pharynx. Air travels through the choanal opening into the infundibulum then dorsally into the auditory tubes.
Structure and Function
- Several rows of caudally facing conical papillae
- Long, narrow, median slit in the pharynx marks the infundibulum
Histology
- Numerous salivary glands are present in the submucosa
- Salivary secretions are mainly mucous with some amylase
- Thick layer of stratified squamous epithelium
Test yourself with the Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards
Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards