The surface of the tongue is covered with __________ stratified squamous epithelium,and has bumps called __________,where many taste buds can be found.
A) keratinized;lingual papillae
B) keratinized;lingual frenulum
C) nonkeratinized;lingual papillae
D) nonkeratinized;tonsils
E) nonkeratinized;vallate papillae

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The surface of the tongue is covered with nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium, which is best represented by choice C. The bumps on the tongue with taste buds are called lingual papillae, which is also the correct choice.

The Surface of the Tongue Is Covered with __________ Stratified