FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FUTURE TRENDS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY

PERSONALIZED NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Papillae are tiny bumps on your tongue that contain taste buds.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -They are found mostly at the tip of the tongue and at the edges where they make sure that these areas are especially sensitive to taste. Fungiform papillae not only detect taste, they also contain sensory cells for touch and temperature. Each papilla contains 3 to 5 taste buds.

Detailed explanation-2: -The taste buds on your tongue are housed inside visible bumps called papillae. There are three types of papillae that contain taste buds: Fungiform: Located on the sides and tip of your tongue. They contain approximately 1, 600 taste buds.

Detailed explanation-3: -The papillae are small bumps on the tongue that contain taste buds, and when they become inflamed, they can appear swollen or enlarged, leading to discomfort or pain.

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