Question
How does tongue detect the sensation of taste?
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Answer
- The surface of tongue is with gustatoreceptors.
- These receptors are sensitive to the chemicals [sweet, salt, sour, bitter and umami (savory)] present in the food.
- The receptor cells get stimulated, generate the impulse which is given to the sensory neuron.
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