Which of the following tastes is NOT directly related to taste buds?
A) sweet
B) bitter
C) spicy
D) umami

Question

Which of the following tastes is NOT directly related to taste buds?
A) sweet
B) bitter 
C) spicy 
D) umami

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Spiciness is not a taste that is directly detected by taste buds. Instead, it is detected by pain receptors in the mouth and tongue. The other three choices are all primary tastes that are detected by specific taste buds on the tongue. Sweet is detected by taste buds located at the tip of the tongue, bitter is detected by taste buds at the back of the tongue, and umami (savory) is detected by taste buds along the sides of the tongue.

Which of the Following Tastes Is NOT Directly Related to Taste