Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. There are only four taste sensations.
2. Much of our sense of taste is actually our sense of smell.
3. The olfactory sense is very sensitive and takes a long time to adapt.
4. The olfactory receptors are located in the upper part of the nasal cavity.
5. Because the olfactory nerve passes through the hypothalamus, which is important in memory and emotion, odor can often stimulate vivid memories.
1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE
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