Tongue Flashcards
1
Q
What is the tongue?
A
The sensory organ for the sense of taste.
2
Q
What are the sensory receptors for taste?
A
Taste buds
3
Q
Where are taste buds found?
A
In the grooves on the surface of the tongue.
4
Q
What do the receptor cells do?
A
Transform the sensed stimulus into nerve impulses. The nerve impulses are then transmitted by sensory neurons, to the brain.
5
Q
How can substances be detected by our taste buds?
A
Only if they’re soluble in saliva, if they are concentrated enough and if they come into contact with taste buds.
6
Q
Describe the stimulus to analyzer for the tongue.
A
Flavour Tongue Taste buds Gustatory nerve Brain
