Explain the structure and function of the tongue.

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(N/A) The tongue is a freely movable muscular organ.
It is attached to the floor of the oral cavity by a fold called the frenulum.
The upper surface of the tongue has small projections called papillae,some of which bear taste buds that help in sensing different tastes.

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