Select the Best Description for the Fungiform Papillae

question 65

Multiple Choice

Select the best description for the fungiform papillae:

• A) largest type; all contain taste buds
• B) distributed in V-shaped row on the anterior portion of the tongue
• C) mushroom shaped; evenly distributed over the tongue
• D) contain no taste buds

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Definitions:

Ibuprofen

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever.

Prostaglandins

Potent hormone-like substances that act in exceedingly low doses on target organs. They can be used to treat asthma and gastric hyperacidity.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord; it is responsible for receiving sensory information and coordinating body responses.

Acute Pain

A type of pain that is intense and lasts for a short period of time, often signaling an injury or illness.