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What is hyoid bone ?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Definition of Hyoid Bone**: The hyoid bone is a small, U-shaped bone in the human body. 2. **Location**: It is situated in the midline of the neck, specifically at the base of the mandible (the lower jaw) anteriorly and near the fourth cervical vertebra posteriorly. 3. **Anatomical Position**: The hyoid bone is located just superior (above) to the thyroid cartilage, which is part of the larynx. ...
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