The tip and sides of the tongue contain ________.

A) fungiform papillae
B) filiform papillae
C) circumvallate papillae
D) none of the above

Fungiform Papillae

Small, mushroom-shaped structures on the tongue, containing taste buds responsible for the perception of taste.

Filiform Papillae

Filiform papillae are small, conical bumps on the surface of the tongue that lack taste buds and help in the mechanical movement of food.

Circumvallate Papillae

Large, dome-shaped taste buds located at the back of the tongue, responsible for the sensation of bitterness.