Information Processing

Front

Where are the sensory cells that detect taste found?

Back

Tongue

Front

Which of the following senses is categorized as electromagnetic?

Back

Sight

Front

Chemicals in food called ____________ are detected by taste buds.

Back

Tastants

Front

The somatosensory receptors consist of mechanical, pain, and __________ which detects how hot or cold something is.

Back

Thermoreceptor

Front

Where are the sensory cells that detect odorants found?

Back

Roof of nose

Front

What is the function of taste buds?

Back

To detect tastants in food.

Front

What type of receptors are responsible for detecting light?

Back

Photoreceptors.

Front

What are the five basic tastes that humans can detect?

Back

Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Front

What is the role of thermoreceptors in the body?

Back

To detect temperature changes.

Front

What is the primary organ for the sense of smell?

Back

Nose.