The chemoreceptors for the sense of taste detect:
A)chemicals dissolved in saliva
B)chemicals dissolved in blood plasma
C)vaporized chemicals in the nasal cavities
D)vaporized chemicals outside the body

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The chemoreceptors for the sense of taste are located in taste buds, which are found on the tongue and other parts of the oral cavity. These receptors detect chemicals that are dissolved in saliva, which are then translated by the brain into sensations of taste. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choices B, C, and D refer to other types of chemoreceptors that sense different types of chemicals in different locations.

The Chemoreceptors for the Sense of Taste Detect