Specialized Cells on the Tongue That Distinguish Salty, Sour, Sweet

question 53

Multiple Choice

Specialized cells on the tongue that distinguish salty, sour, sweet, or bitter flavors are called

• A)taste buds.
• B)umami cells.
• C)gustducin.
• D)taste cells.

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