Question

exam lesson name: introduction to human anatomy and physiology
exam number 700794rr
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question 18 of 20 :
select the best answer for the question.

1. the amino acid glutamate triggers which taste quality?

a. bitter
b. salty
c. umami
d. sweet
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Explanation:

In human anatomy and physiology (a subfield of Natural Science, specifically related to Biology/Medicine and Health), the amino acid glutamate is known to trigger the umami taste quality. Bitter is triggered by substances like alkaloids, salty by sodium ions, and sweet by sugars. So the correct answer is the option related to umami.

Answer:

C. Umami