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The '''tongue''' is the part of the body that is used for [[taste]] and in humans is used for [[speech]]. It can aid in [[eating]] and in cleaning up food residue. It is located in the [[mouth]] at the base. | The '''tongue''' is the part of the body that is used for [[taste]] and in humans is used for [[speech]]. It can aid in [[eating]] and in cleaning up food residue. It is located in the [[mouth]] at the base. | ||
| − | In some animals | + | In some animals, such as [[snake]]s, it is especially fine tuned. Some animals also have tongues that are prehensile and can be used to catch prey. |
| − | In humans the tongue has primary areas to detect the following: | + | In humans, the tongue has primary areas to detect the following: |
* Sweet - Tip of the tongue | * Sweet - Tip of the tongue | ||
* Salt - Sides | * Salt - Sides | ||
Revision as of 15:50, June 28, 2011
The tongue is the part of the body that is used for taste and in humans is used for speech. It can aid in eating and in cleaning up food residue. It is located in the mouth at the base.
In some animals, such as snakes, it is especially fine tuned. Some animals also have tongues that are prehensile and can be used to catch prey.
In humans, the tongue has primary areas to detect the following:
- Sweet - Tip of the tongue
- Salt - Sides
- Sour - Sides
- Bitter - Back of the tongue
See Also
Sources
The New American Desk Encyclopedia, Penguin Group, 1989