The olfactory receptors
A)are located on the tongue.
B)are located within the nasal cavities and nasal septum.
C)are also called taste buds.
D)carry sensory information to the brain via CN II.

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Olfactory receptors are located within the nasal cavities and nasal septum. They are responsible for detecting odors and sending sensory information to the brain via the olfactory nerve (CN I). They are different from taste buds, which are located on the tongue and are responsible for detecting different tastes such as sweet, sour, salty, and bitter.

The Olfactory Receptors