Which papillae are completely keratinized______________?
Correct answer: B. Filiform
- A. Fungiform
- B. Filiform
- C. Circumvallate
- D. Foliate
Explanation
Filiform papillae are slender mechanical papillae covered by heavily keratinized epithelium. Fungiform, foliate, and circumvallate papillae are generally less keratinized and contain taste buds, except that taste buds are absent from filiform papillae.
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