​The _________ is a muscle and can alter its shape to reach all areas of the mouth.The surface of it contains the taste buds,located within the papillae projections.

A) ​palate
B) ​chyme
C) ​fistula
D) ​tongue

Tongue

The muscular organ of the mouth that assists in the production of speech, contains the taste buds, and provides the ability to swallow.

Papillae Projections

Small, nipple-like structures on the surface of an organ, such as the tongue, that often contain taste buds.

Taste Buds

Small sensory organs located on the tongue that allow humans to perceive different tastes.