The Taste Sensation of Umami Is a Result of the Detection

question 163

Multiple Choice

The taste sensation of umami is a result of the detection of _____,which is a naturally occurring substance found in foods such as meat,some cheeses,and mushrooms.

• A) gluten
• B) glutamate
• C) fiber
• D) capsaicin

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Definitions:

Tay-Sachs Disease

A genetic disorder caused by the absence of a specific enzyme, leading to the accumulation of fatty substances in the brain and nervous system, resulting in deterioration and death.

Genetic Testing

The analysis of DNA, RNA, chromosomes, proteins, and certain metabolites in order to detect heritable disease-related genotypes, mutations, phenotypes, or karyotypes for clinical purposes.

Carriers

Individuals or organisms that have one copy of a recessive gene for a genetic trait or disease but do not exhibit the trait or disease themselves.

Reciprocal Translocations

A chromosome abnormality caused by exchange of segments between non-homologous chromosomes.