Select the Best Description for the Fungiform Papillae

Question

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

Accepted Answer

Fungiform papillae are indeed mushroom-shaped and are evenly distributed over the tongue, with a higher concentration at the tip and sides. They contain taste buds, which are responsible for the perception of taste.