Tongue of a mouse, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The tongue is covered in thin projections called filiform papillae. These sense touch.

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Tongue of a mouse, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The tongue is covered in thin projections called filiform papillae. These sense touch. Less numerous fungiform papillae (flat topped, small white patches) are also seen, which are responsible for taste.

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