What causes the release of neurotransmitters from sweet and umami tastes?

A. Release of Ca2+ from endoplasmic reticulum
B. Opening of extracellular Ca2+ channels
C. Closing of Na+ channels
D. Closing of K+ channels


Answer: D

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