The Tip and Sides of the Tongue Contain ________

Question

The tip and sides of the tongue contain ________.
A) fungiform papillae
B) filiform papillae
C) circumvallate papillae
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Fungiform papillae are located on the tip and sides of the tongue, and are responsible for detecting taste. Filiform papillae are located on the surface of the tongue and do not contain taste buds. Circumvallate papillae are located at the back of the tongue and also contain taste buds. Therefore, the best answer is A.