Which of the following statements about taste buds is FALSE?
a. They react only with particles in solution.
b. Fluid is needed to help dissolve foods for tasting.
c. There are five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami.
d. They can individually sense only one of the basic taste sensations at a time.
e. Taste perceptions are influenced by aroma, appearance, and temperature.
Answer: D
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