Taste buds are located within which of the following structures, on the surface of the tongue?
A) gustation receptors
B) papillae
C) gustatory pores
D) epithelia

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Taste buds are located within papillae, which are the small bumps that can be seen on the surface of the tongue. These structures house the taste buds that are responsible for detecting the five basic tastes: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Taste Buds Are Located Within Which of the Following Structures