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The human tongue is an important organ for vocalized speech as most consonants and vowels required for phonetic output would be possible. Without the flexible tongue only a few consonants and vowels could be produced.
This evidence supports the cognitive matrix theory that with change in climate,diet & habitat the neural cortices have developed along with organs such as strong muscles for upright position,the flexible tongue for multiple functions including speech distinct vocalization only in the species homo sapiens.
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What the function of the human tongue in speech?
The tongue helps shape the acoustics of the mouth interior, which shapes the air leaving the mouth. This helps form the audio of vocalized speech. For example, try forcing and tucking the tip of your tongue against the back of your teeth, and try talking. Notice the words are much less legible? Because the vocal cords, tongue, and lips work together, when one of those is taken out of the system, suddenly the speech can become illegible.
What germ layer is the tongue?
The tongue is derived from the ectoderm germ layer during early embryonic development.
Where does the tongue start?
The tongue starts at the back of the mouth, connected to the hyoid bone and the base of the skull. It is a muscular organ that plays a key role in speech, taste, and swallowing.
Does the pharynx produce speech?
No, the pharynx is not directly responsible for producing speech. Speech production involves manipulation of airflow by the vocal cords, mouth, and tongue. The pharynx serves as a passageway for both food and air, but it does not actively produce speech sounds.
What role does the tongue play in speech production?
It serves as the hollow chamber in which the voice is produced.
Why does your tongue not grow hair?
The tongue is a muscular organ covered with specialized cells called epithelial cells that do not have the ability to produce hair follicles. Additionally, hair growth is controlled by a different set of genetic factors than those involved in the development of the tongue.
What connects the anterior portion of the tongue to the underlying epithelium?
The anterior portion of the tongue is connected to the underlying epithelium by a layer of specialized connective tissue called the lamina propria. This layer helps support the taste buds and allows for movements of the tongue during speech and eating.
What is the strongest and most flexible muscle in your body?
The tongue
How can get rid of a talking with your tongue?
A lisp or "talking with your tongue" is a type of speech impediment that can be lessened or removed altogether. Speech therapy can aid in this process.
What is it call when somebody talk with their tongue?
Speech.
Is it true that taste buds on the tongue have specialized functions?
TRUE
Who was the philosopher who put a rock under his tongue in order to improve his speech?
The philosopher who put a pebble under his tongue to improve his speech was Demosthenes, an ancient Greek orator. He did this as a form of speech therapy to overcome a speech impediment.
Does a giraffe's tongue have spots on it?
No it does not. A giraffe's tongue is popularly known because it's purplish, long, and flexible. It won't have spots on it.
What is another word for tongue?
Lingual means " of the tongue."
Why does your bird have a black thing in his mouth?
What you are probably seeing is the birds 'tongue" or hyoid apparatus A birds tongue is unlike the mammals tongue whereas it has bone and is less flexible than what you know to be a tongue.
How do you tell if my baby has a speech problem?
my sister had problems with her s' and when she had her tongue cut because of a tongue tie she could speak better, but you only find out when they try speaking or if they have a tongue tie when they stick there tongue out and it only reaches a certain point x
Can the growth of the skull in small children effect their speak development?
Yes, the growth of the skull in small children can potentially affect their speech development. Any abnormalities in skull growth can impact the positioning of the structures involved in speech production, such as the tongue and vocal cords, which may lead to difficulties in articulation and sound production. It is important for children experiencing speech delays to be evaluated by a speech-language pathologist to determine the cause and appropriate intervention.
