Of All the Papillae on the Tongue,which One Contains the Most

question 84

Multiple Choice

Of all the papillae on the tongue,which one contains the most taste buds?

• A) Fungiform papillae
• B) Circumvallate papillae
• C) Foliate papillae
• D) All papillae contain about the same number of taste buds.

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Definitions:

Chemosensitive Area

Chemosensitive neurons in the medulla oblongata detect changes in blood, carbon dioxide, and pH.

Medulla Oblongata

Inferior portion of the brainstem that connects the spinal cord to the brain and contains autonomic centers controlling functions such as heart rate, respiration, and swallowing.

Pons

Portion of the brainstem between the medulla and midbrain.

Rhythmicity

The regular or cyclic pattern of occurrences, such as the heartbeat or breathing rates, within an organism.