Although Humans Do Not Appear to Have a Functional Vomeronasal

question 124

Multiple Choice

Although humans do not appear to have a functional vomeronasal organ, we do appear to be able to detect pheromones. The detection of pheromones probably occurs via

• A) taste receptors in the nasal passageways.
• B) the accessory olfactory system.
• C) the gustatory system.
• D) the olfactory system.

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