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Fungiform papillae appear as red spots on tongue surface because:
- A. Secondary papillae are covered by the same epithelial cap
- B. Fungiform papillae have no taste buds.
- C. Covered by pseudostratified epith.
- D. Its connective tissue contains Von Ebner's glands
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fungiform papillae appear red due to their thin epithelium and rich vascularity in the connective tissue, not because of secondary papillae structure.
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Function of HCl in stomach is to-
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Correct Answer: A
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