papillae Synonyms

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papillae Meaning

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papillae (pl.)

of Papilla

papillae Sentence Examples

  1. The tiny papillae on the tongue's surface enhance taste perception by increasing its surface area.
  2. The papillae on the underside of a mushroom's cap produce spores for reproduction.
  3. The touch-sensitive papillae on the fingertips play a crucial role in tactile discrimination.
  4. The vascular papillae in the dermis provide nutrition to the overlying epidermis.
  5. The circumvallate papillae, located at the back of the tongue, contain taste buds that specialize in bitter flavors.
  6. The fungiform papillae are small, mushroom-shaped structures on the tongue that contribute to sweet, sour, and salty taste sensations.
  7. The enlarged filiform papillae on the cat's tongue assist in grooming and removing hair from prey.
  8. The foliate papillae, located on the sides of the tongue, are responsible for detecting umami flavors.
  9. The papillae on the palmoplantar surface of the foot enhance friction and provide stability during walking.
  10. The dental papillae, located between the developing tooth and its bony socket, facilitate tooth formation.

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The tiny papillae on the tongue's surface enhance taste perception by increasing its surface area.

The papillae on the underside of a mushroom's cap produce spores for reproduction.

The touch-sensitive papillae on the fingertips play a crucial role in tactile discrimination.

The vascular papillae in the dermis provide nutrition to the overlying epidermis.