During the Months When There Is a Large Amount of Pollen

question 47

Multiple Choice

During the months when there is a large amount of pollen in the air, your hay fever severely affects your sense of smell. At the same time your food all seems to taste the same. This illustrates the importance of

• A) sensory interaction.
• B) accommodation.
• C) serial processing.
• D) sensory adaptation.

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Definitions:

Stimulus

Any object, event, or situation that can elicit a sensory or behavioral response in an organism.

Experience

The knowledge or skill acquired through involvement in or exposure to events, situations, or activities over time.

Monosodium Glutamate

A flavor enhancer commonly found in food, abbreviated as MSG, known for its umami taste.

Primary Tastes

The basic categories of taste that the human tongue can identify, including sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami.