The receptor membranes of gustatory cells are ________.
A) gustatory hairs (microvilli)
B) basal cells
C) fungiform papillae
D) taste buds

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The receptor membranes of gustatory cells are gustatory hairs, also known as microvilli. These are small projections on the surface of gustatory cells that increase their surface area and sensitivity to taste stimuli. Basal cells are responsible for replenishing and replacing gustatory cells, fungiform papillae are structures on the tongue that contain taste buds, and taste buds are clusters of gustatory cells that detect taste stimuli.

The Receptor Membranes of Gustatory Cells Are ________