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Which part of the body contains tiny taste buds that help us tell whether the food is salty, sour, bitter, or sweet?

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Skin
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Tongue
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Neck
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Foot
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Solution

The correct option is B Tongue
The functions of the various parts of the body are as follows;
The Skin is used for protection of the inner organs, regulation of the body temperature and sensation to touch. The tongue contains tiny taste buds which tell us whether the food is salty, sour, bitter or sweet. The neck supports the weight of the head then protects the nerves in the that connect to the brain. The foot is used for standing and walking and it supports the entire weight of the body.

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