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What are the filiforms papillae of the tongue used for?

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What are filiform papillae?
According to Wikipedia - they are '...small prominences on the surface of the tongue...'
What is your tongue used for?
Your tongue is used to aid in digestion. It also contains tastebuds that are responsible for part of our sense of taste.
What tongue muscle is used when sticking out your tongue?
Genioglossus
What is a tongue scraper used for?
A tongue scraper is used to clean the bacteria build up on the tongue. They are shaped in accordance and designed to lift the plaque coating better than using a simple toothbrush.