What Structures of the Tongue Help to Handle Food and Contain

Question

What structures of the tongue help to handle food and contain the taste buds?
A)Frenulum
B)Papillae
C)Uvula
D)Palates

Accepted Answer

Papillae are structures on the tongue that contain taste buds and also help in handling food. Frenulum is a structure that attaches the tongue to the floor of the mouth and does not play a role in handling food or containing taste buds. Uvula is a small fleshy structure at the back of the throat and does not play a direct role in handling food or containing taste buds. Palates refer to the roof of the mouth and also do not have a direct role in handling food or containing taste buds.