Asked by Maddy Kirchen on May 10, 2024

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Where would you find the receptors for the sense of taste

A)  chemosensory cells
B)  taste buds 
C)  hair cells
D)  taste cilia

Receptors

Proteins on or within cells that bind to specific molecules, leading to a cellular response.

Taste Buds

Small sensory organs located on the tongue, capable of detecting different tastes such as sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.

Chemosensory Cells

Specialized cells responsible for detecting chemical signals in the environment, contributing to senses like taste and smell.

  • Elaborate on the methods by which our sensory systems decode and make sense of complex inputs, including flavors and scents.
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Candy MarvdashtiMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The receptors for the sense of taste are located in the taste buds, which are clusters of chemosensory cells found on the tongue and other parts of the mouth. The other options listed - hair cells and taste cilia - are not associated with the sense of taste.