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Ex. 26 Taste Buds
Ex. 26 Taste Buds
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
02/23/2010

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Tongue Papillae, Epiglottis, Pharynx, Soft Palate, and Cheek Mucosa
Definition
name 5 sites receptors for taste are found
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Tongue Papillae
Definition
After naming 5 sites where receptors for taste are found, which is the most predominant?
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A structure consisting of centrally located gustatory (receptor) cells surrounded by supporting cells
Definition
Describe cellular make up and arrangement of a taste bud
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Salt
Definition
Influx of Na+
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sour
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H Hydrogen Linux and blockage of K (or Na+) channels
Term
umami
Definition
the amino acid glucanate
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bitter
Definition
G protein gustducin causing increased ultracellular CA2+
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sweet
Definition
G protein gustducin causing K channels to close
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