Which of the following statements about taste buds is FALSE?
A) They react only with particles in solution.
B) Fluid is needed to help dissolve foods for tasting.
C) There are five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami.
D) They can individually sense only one of the basic taste sensations at a time.
E) Taste perceptions are influenced by aroma, appearance, and temperature.

Question

Which of the following statements about taste buds is FALSE? 
A) They react only with particles in solution. 
B) Fluid is needed to help dissolve foods for tasting. 
C) There are five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami. 
D) They can individually sense only one of the basic taste sensations at a time. 
E) Taste perceptions are influenced by aroma, appearance, and temperature.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Taste buds can sense all five basic taste sensations simultaneously, not just one at a time. Each taste bud contains cells that can detect each of the basic tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami, allowing for a complex perception of flavors.

Which of the Following Statements About Taste Buds Is FALSE