taste bud

caliculus gustatorius

A specialized receptor organ that is a collection of cells spanning the gustatory epithelium.

Type Organ
Body System Nervous
Latin Name caliculus gustatorius
FMA ID 54825

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the taste bud?
A specialized receptor organ that is a collection of cells spanning the gustatory epithelium.
What body system is the taste bud part of?
The taste bud is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the taste bud?
The Latin name for the taste bud is caliculus gustatorius.

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