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Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Human Tongue Surface (Electron Micrograph)

Human tongue surface, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Covering the tongue's surface are scale-like projections called filiform papillae, which sense pressure. The round areas (purple) are fungiform papillae which contain the taste buds.


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