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Papillae
What is the function of the fungiform papillae?
Fungiform papillae are raised lingual structures which contain taste buds and thus play an important role in taste perception. These structures vary i...
What are four different types of papillae found on the surface of the tongue?
The dorsal surface of the mammalian tongue is covered with four kinds of papillae, fungiform, circumvallate, foliate and filiform papillae. With the e...
What does papilla mean in English?
Definition of papilla : a small projecting body part similar to a nipple in form: a : a vascular process of connective tissue extending into and nouri...
What are the five different types of papillae?
The dorsal surface of the mammalian tongue is covered with four kinds of papillae, fungiform, circumvallate, foliate and filiform papillae. With the e...
What is the function of filiform papillae?
Your filiform papillae's function is as a coating mechanism for your tongue. They create a rough texture on the surface of the tongue that helps when ...