Which one of the following statements is FALSE?

A. The gustatory receptors are found in taste buds located on your tongue.
B. Vallate papillae contain most of our taste buds.
C. There are five basic taste sensations: salty, sweet, sour, bitter, and umami.
D. Taste is highly influenced by smell.
E. The five taste sensations can be mapped very specifically to certain parts of the tongue.


Answer: E. The five taste sensations can be mapped very specifically to certain parts of the tongue.

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