The Layer of the Skin That Is Made of Stratified

question 146

Multiple Choice

The layer of the skin that is made of stratified squamous epithelium is the:

• A)dermis
• B)subcutaneous layer
• C)epidermis
• D)None of these layers are made of this tissue.

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Definitions:

Sweet Receptors

Proteins located on the tongue that bind to sugar molecules, leading to the perception of sweetness.

Taste Buds

Specialized sensory organs found on the tongue, capable of detecting the five basic tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami.

Gustatory System

The sensory system responsible for the perception of taste and flavor, involving the taste buds on the tongue and other related neural pathways.

Taste Cells

Specialized sensory receptor cells located within the taste buds of the tongue, capable of detecting different tastes like sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and umami.