The taste of salts results when ________ diffuses through channels leading to depolarization of the taste cell. Similarly, sour is tasted when ________ lead(s) to the depolarization of taste cells.

A. H+, G protein mechanism
B. Na+, amino acids
C. Na+, H+
D. umami, H+


Answer: C

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