Question

Which of the following is the supporting cell for taste receptor?

• A. Cuboidal cells
• B. Columnar cells
• C. Ciliated cells
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Columnar cells

The taste buds are comprised of two main type of cells, receptor cell and the supporting cell. The receptor cells are neurosensory. They have one free end and the other nerve ending travelling to the taste area of the brain. The supporting cells are the columnar cells. These cells are present between the receptor cells. These cells are about 40 in number.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.