Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the microvilli of taste buds?
A)They contain the cell bodies of gustatory sensory neurons.
B)They house membrane receptors that recognize chemicals in food.
C)They limit the surface area of the tongue.
D)They are extensions of supporting cells rather than gustatory sensory neurons.
E)None of the answer options is correct.

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Microvilli of taste buds house membrane receptors that recognize chemicals in food, which is essential for the sense of taste. These receptors bind to tastants in food, initiating signal transduction pathways that result in taste perception.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding the Microvilli