In the context of the chemical senses,which of the following is true of the tongue?
A)Papillae are the inner linings of the tongue.
B)Teeth help the tongue to experience taste.
C)Taste buds are housed in the tongue.
D)The taste buds on the tongue cannot be replaceD.

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Taste buds are embedded in the papillae, which are small bumps on the tongue. Therefore, taste buds are housed in the tongue. A and B are incorrect because papillae are not the inner linings of the tongue and teeth do not help the tongue to experience taste. D is also incorrect because taste buds on the tongue have a lifespan of about 10 days and are continuously replaced.

In the Context of the Chemical Senses,which of the Following