This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
Tongue  muscle  which  is  NOT  developed  from  occipital myotome: 
Select and explain. 
A. Styloglossus, B. Hyoglossus, C. Genioglossus, D. Palatoglossus
D: Palatoglossus
Answer: D: Palatoglossus 
Explanation: Tongue muscles develop from occipital myotomes except palatoglossus, which develop in pharyngeal arches. 
All tongue muscles are supplied by hypoglossal nerve except palatoglossus (supplied by the vagus accessory complex).