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sjones

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The taste known as ________ allows us to detect glutamate in proteins.
 
  a. saltiness
  b. umami
  c. sweetness
  d. bitterness
  e. sourness

Question 2

The detection of ________ involves the detection of fatty acids on the tongue.
 
  a. sour
  b. umami
  c. salty
  d. sweet
  e. fat



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b. umami

Answer to Question 2

Answer: e. fat





 

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