Question

Why is the tongue considered both are receptor and an effector?

Answer 1

Receptor detects stimuli and then converts them into the impulse and Effector converts’ impulse into an action.

Human tongue helps in detecting the taste and it is known as the Gustatory receptor.

It affects while speaking of person both receptor and effector are responsible for the action during any kind of reaction.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Tongue is considered a receptor because it has taste buds which act as receptors for tastes; Tongue can be considered to be an effector because it is a muscular organ having muscles which can respond to a stimulus