I WONDER - How Are Smell And Taste Linked?

The video explains the significant role of smell in taste perception, noting that over 75% of what we taste is linked to our sense of smell. If something smells unpleasant, it is likely to taste bad as well. To mitigate the bad taste of food or drink, one can hold their nose to block the smell, making it taste less unpleasant.

What percentage of our taste experience is influenced by our sense of smell?

• 50%

• 90%

• 75%

• 25%

What is a common misconception about taste and smell?

• Taste is more important than smell.

• Smell affects only sweet foods.

• Smell only affects spicy foods.

• Taste is entirely independent of smell.

How does a bad smell affect our perception of taste?

• It enhances the flavor.

• It has no effect on taste.

• It makes the taste sweeter.

• It makes the taste seem worse.

What can you do to make unpleasant food taste better?

• Hold your nose.

• Add more salt.

• Drink water with it.

• Eat it quickly.

Why might holding your nose make food taste less bad?

• It increases saliva production.

• It changes the food's texture.

• It blocks the smell, reducing its impact on taste.

• It distracts your brain.