Reference no: EM133261946
The Science of Taste
Goal: To understand how our sense of taste works.
1. Mention the five primary taste sensations. Briefly describe the chemicals they can sense.
2. What is the difference between taste and flavor?
3. Which part of the brain is responsible for the perception of taste?
4. Flavour is a multisensorial experience. Briefly explain how two of the following factors influence the flavor of food: Taste, Smell, Touch, Temperature, Carbonation of liquids, Atmospheric/Air Pressure, Sound, Shapes, and Humidity.
5. Why does food taste different on planes?
1. Which 2 taste sensations decrease on a plane?
2. Why some people drink tomato juice only on a plane but never on the ground?