The _____ is most likely involved perceiving overlapping odors, such as "coffee" "French toast" and "bacon."

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The piriform cortex is involved in perceiving and processing olfactory information, including the perception of overlapping odors. It is responsible for integrating input from the olfactory bulb and interpreting the resulting odor perception. The nasal pharynx is a part of the respiratory system and is involved in filtering and humidifying the air we breathe. PTC, or Propylthiouracil, is a chemical compound used to assess the ability to taste certain bitter compounds. The insula is a brain region involved in various functions, including taste perception, but is not specifically associated with the perception of overlapping odors.

The _____ Is Most Likely Involved Perceiving Overlapping Odors, Such