[Morphology and vascularization of the tongue of the toad B. bufo (L.) with special reference to taste buds. A light, scanning electron and transmission electron microscopy study].
1978
H Sagmeister, and
A Lametschwandtner, and
P Simonsberger
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D001808
Blood Vessels
Any of the tubular vessels conveying the blood (arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins).
Blood Vessel,Vessel, Blood,Vessels, Blood
D002023
Bufo bufo
A species of the true toads, Bufonidae, widely distributed in the United States and Europe.
Toad, Common,Common Toad,Common Toads,Toads, Common
D000818
Animals
Unicellular or multicellular, heterotrophic organisms, that have sensation and the power of voluntary movement. Under the older five kingdom paradigm, Animalia was one of the kingdoms. Under the modern three domain model, Animalia represents one of the many groups in the domain EUKARYOTA.
Animal,Metazoa,Animalia
D013650
Taste Buds
Small sensory organs which contain gustatory receptor cells, basal cells, and supporting cells. Taste buds in humans are found in the epithelia of the tongue, palate, and pharynx. They are innervated by the CHORDA TYMPANI NERVE (a branch of the facial nerve) and the GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE.
Bud, Taste,Buds, Taste,Taste Bud
D014059
Tongue
A muscular organ in the mouth that is covered with pink tissue called mucosa, tiny bumps called papillae, and thousands of taste buds. The tongue is anchored to the mouth and is vital for chewing, swallowing, and for speech.
Tongues
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