Which of the following bones is a U-shaped bone present at the base of the buccal cavity and is included in the skull?
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Correct answer: Hyoid bone
The hyoid is a single U-shaped bone located at the base of the buccal cavity. It is unique in that it does not articulate directly with any other bone and is counted as part of the skull.
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