Which of the following compounds had the same flavor whether or not the person's nose was clamped to prevent olfaction?

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MSG (monosodium glutamate) is a flavor enhancer that stimulates the umami taste receptors on the tongue. It does not rely on olfaction (sense of smell) for its flavor, unlike sodium oleate (soap-like flavor) and ferrous sodium (metallic flavor), which both have odor components that contribute to their taste perception. Therefore, clamping the nose would not affect the taste of MSG.

Which of the Following Compounds Had the Same Flavor Whether